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How an event QR code works

An event QR code encodes an iCalendar VEVENT block — the title, start and end time, location, and description. On phones that recognize it, scanning offers to add the event straight to the calendar. It saves your audience from typing details into their phone.

A note on device support

Be aware that add-to-calendar support varies by phone and camera app. Some iPhone and Android cameras handle raw VEVENT data and show an add-to-calendar prompt; others do not. Test on the devices your audience actually uses before committing to a print run. If you need guaranteed compatibility, point a dynamic URL QR at a hosted event page or a Google Calendar link instead — that opens reliably in any browser.

Where event QR codes help

  • Posters and invites — scan to save the date; pair with our QR poster guide.
  • Conferences and workshops — per-session codes; see QR codes for events.
  • Store openings and sales — put the date in everyone's calendar from a flyer.

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Frequently asked questions

How does an event QR code work?▾
It encodes an iCalendar VEVENT with your event title, start and end time, location, and description. On phones that support it, scanning offers to add the event to the calendar.
Do all phones support event QR codes?▾
No — support varies. Some iPhone and Android cameras open an add-to-calendar prompt directly; others do not recognize the raw VEVENT format. Always test on the devices your audience uses before printing a large run.
What if a phone does not support it?▾
For guaranteed compatibility, point a dynamic URL QR at a hosted "add to calendar" page or a Google Calendar event link instead. That opens reliably in any browser.
Can I track scans?▾
Not with this static code. For scan counts, use a dynamic QR pointing at an event or RSVP page — Scanely records every scan.