YouTube

Creating QR Code

Content

QR Code Name

The name will help you quickly find the QR code in history

Design presets

One-click styles — all stay scannable

Preview

Preview

QR code will appear here after generation

YouTube QR Code Generator | Link to a Channel or Video

A YouTube QR code opens long-form video content and channel subscriptions, unlike TikTok's short vertical clips in an algorithmic feed — the choice when your content is a tutorial, review, or recorded event.

What is this QR code?

A YouTube QR code encodes a link to a channel, video, or playlist on YouTube, which opens in the YouTube app if installed, or in a browser with autoplay.

Best use cases

  • Furniture assembly instructions linking to a video tutorial.
  • A concert poster linking to a performer's channel with music videos.
  • Gadget packaging linking to a feature review video.
  • A lecturer's business card linking to a playlist of recorded courses.

How to generate your QR code

1

Select 'YouTube' as your QR code type.

2

Paste the link to your channel, video, or playlist.

3

Customize the colors and shape if desired.

4

Download your QR code and share it with your audience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a video link jump to a specific moment?

Yes, a video link can include a timestamp to jump straight to the relevant moment.

What does a channel link show?

It opens a feed of videos with a one-tap subscribe option, rather than a single video.