Popular uses
- Keyword opt-ins — “Text JOIN to get offers” without people typing the short code or keyword.
- Feedback and ratings — a code on a receipt that pre-fills “Feedback for order #…”.
- Contests and votes at events and on TV or posters.
- Support requests — pre-fill the product or table number so staff know exactly where to go.
How to make one
- Enter the receiving number with country code (or your SMS short code).
- Write the message people should send, such as
JOINorTable 12 needs help. - Download and test with both an iPhone and an Android phone before printing.
What's inside the code
For the number +919876543210 and message JOIN, the code contains SMSTO:+919876543210:JOIN. This is the most widely supported SMS format for QR codes.
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