AutomatorWP – QR Code

AutomatorWP – QR Code is a WordPress plugin extension designed to bring QR code functionality into an AutomatorWP-driven automation ecosystem. Its primary purpose is to enable seamless, secure, and highly configurable interactions between physical QR codes and digital automations inside a WordPress site. By bridging QR code scanning and generation with AutomatorWP triggers and actions, the plugin allows site owners to create workflows that react to scans (for check-ins, coupon redemptions, course enrollments, or custom actions) and to automatically generate and deliver QR codes when specific events occur (like order completion or user registration).

The plugin integrates with common WordPress content types and third-party plugins commonly used with AutomatorWP (e.g., WooCommerce, LMS plugins, membership plugins, and form plugins). It is designed to be developer-friendly with REST API endpoints and hooks while remaining approachable for site administrators with shortcodes, blocks, and widgets to display QR codes or scan-handling pages. Focused on flexibility, privacy, and traceability, AutomatorWP – QR Code supports dynamic user-specific codes, one-time/expiring codes, and detailed scanning logs that tie back into AutomatorWP recipes.

Features

• Bi-directional QR integration (Triggers and Actions)

  Use QR codes as triggers in AutomatorWP recipes—when a QR code is scanned, the plugin can initiate any AutomatorWP action (e.g., grant access to a course, mark attendance, add points, send an email). Conversely, set up AutomatorWP actions to generate and deliver QR codes when a specific event occurs (e.g., purchase completes, user registers, form submission).

• Dynamic, user-specific QR codes

  Create QR codes that include user-specific payloads such as user ID, email, membership level, or custom meta. These dynamic codes allow personalized workflows (for example, a QR code that encodes a unique enrollment link for a course, or a code tied to a specific order). Payloads can be templated with AutomatorWP tokens/placeholders.

• Static and expiring/one-time-use QR codes

  Generate permanent static QR codes for repeated use (e.g., a permanent link to an event page) or create expiring and single-use QR codes for secure operations (e.g., one-time coupon redemption or single-entry event tickets). Expiration parameters and usage counts are configurable per-code or via AutomatorWP actions.

• Customizable QR design

  Customize the appearance of generated QR codes: size, foreground/background colors, margin, error correction level, and the ability to add a centered logo or icon. Export in multiple formats such as PNG and SVG for use in print materials or digital displays.

• Shortcodes, Gutenberg block, and widgets

  Embed generated QR codes anywhere on your site using shortcode, a native Gutenberg block, or a widget. Each can accept parameters to display dynamic codes for the current user, a specific post/product, or a cookie/session-based payload.

• Deep linking and redirect handling

  QR codes can link directly to internal content or to specialized deep links that pass through the plugin to evaluate permissions, run AutomatorWP recipes, and then redirect users to the final destination. This enables tracking and pre-processing prior to delivering the user to the target URL.

• Scan logging, analytics, and audit trails

  Every scan can be logged with details such as timestamp, IP address, user agent, referring page, and associated user (if logged in). Logs are viewable in the WordPress admin and tied back to AutomatorWP runs, enabling administrators to audit usage, detect abuse, and analyze campaign performance.

• Security and validation

  Support for signed or encrypted payloads to prevent tampering, plus optional IP or geolocation restrictions, scan rate-limiting, and CAPTCHA integrations for web-based scanning endpoints. One-time and expiring codes reduce the risk of reuse or sharing.

• Bulk generation and mass printing support

  Create QR codes in bulk via CSV import or using AutomatorWP bulk actions (e.g., generate a QR code for every order or every attendee). Exportable in a printable sheet-friendly format for events or physical campaigns.

• REST API and developer hooks

  Programmatic endpoints allow external systems to request or validate QR codes, fetch scan logs, or trigger AutomatorWP recipes. Developers can hook into creation, validation, and scan events with actions and filters for advanced integrations.

• Compatibility with popular plugins and page builders

  Built to work alongside AutomatorWP and commonly integrated WordPress plugins: WooCommerce (product pick-ups, order-based QR issuance), LearnDash/LifterLMS (course access via codes), MemberPress/Restrict Content Pro (membership passes), Gravity Forms/WPForms/Formidable (form-driven code issuance), BuddyPress/PeepSo (social check-ins), and page builders like Elementor and Beaver Builder for display placement.

• Privacy and GDPR controls

  Options to anonymize logs, retain only necessary metadata, and honor user data deletion requests. Administrators can configure how long logs and generated codes are retained and what identifying information is stored.

• Localization and translation-ready

  All frontend and backend strings are translation-ready and the plugin supports RTL languages, enabling use in multilingual sites and international campaigns.

• Performance-conscious design

  Caching of generated QR images and efficient on-the-fly rendering so that high-traffic pages or many concurrent scans do not impact site performance. CDN-friendly export options for distribution of static assets.

• Role & capability controls

  Admin-level controls let you specify which WordPress roles can generate, view, or manage QR codes and logs, and which AutomatorWP recipes can be triggered via QR scans to avoid unintended or malicious actions.

• Alternatives and complementary plugins/addons
  • Uncanny Automator ‚Äî an alternative automation plugin that also supports integrations and can be paired with standalone QR code generators to achieve similar workflows.
  • WP QR Code Generator plugins ‚Äî standalone QR creation plugins for WordPress that provide basic code generation and display; can be used in combination with AutomatorWP via webhooks or custom endpoints if advanced AutomatorWP QR-specific features are not required.
  • QR code WooCommerce extensions ‚Äî specialized extensions that generate QR codes for orders or products; useful if your needs are limited to ecommerce and you do not need broader AutomatorWP automation.
  • Zapier / Make (Integromat) via webhooks ‚Äî if external automation platforms are part of your stack, QR events can be forwarded to these platforms to coordinate multi-system workflows.
  • WP Fusion ‚Äî for CRM-focused use cases where QR scans should sync back to external CRMs or marketing platforms; WP Fusion can be used as a complement when your automation targets external contact systems.

Use Cases

AutomatorWP – QR Code unlocks a wide range of practical applications across ecommerce, education, events, membership sites, and on-site/off-site marketing campaigns. Below are concrete scenarios where the plugin provides clear, tangible value.

• Event check-in and ticketing

  Issue QR-coded tickets when attendees purchase event tickets. At the venue, staff scan QR codes with a smartphone or a dedicated scanner that hits the plugin’s scan endpoint. AutomatorWP recipes can mark attendance, change membership status, send confirmation emails, and add attendees to a post-event mailing list. Use one-time or expiring QR codes to prevent duplication and support reentry rules.

• Contactless product pickup

  When customers place an order on WooCommerce, automatically generate a QR code tied to the order. At pickup, staff scan the code to verify the order and trigger AutomatorWP actions such as marking the order as picked up, notifying staff, or granting a loyalty reward.

• Course enrollment and assessment verification

  For online or blended courses, issue QR codes that allow students to quickly enroll in a course, access special content, or check into a physical workshop linked to a LearnDash or LifterLMS course. Scanning codes can also log participation for certification or continuing education credit.

• Coupon and promotion redemption

  Distribute QR codes via printed flyers or digital campaigns that redeem a coupon the first time they are scanned. The plugin verifies code validity, triggers a discount in WooCommerce, and logs the redemption for reporting.

• Membership access and gating

  Use QR codes as temporary passes or VIP access tokens for members. Scanning a pass can trigger AutomatorWP to grant temporary access to protected content, log entry, or upgrade a membership level for a limited time.

• Passwordless login and identity confirmation

  Implement passwordless sign-in flows by generating a temporary QR code that encodes a secure login token. The user scans the code with their mobile device, which sends the token back to the site to log them in without a password—useful for kiosks or conference setups.

• Lead capture from physical to digital

  Embed QR codes on printed marketing materials that link to landing pages with prefilled UTM and user identifiers. When scanned, AutomatorWP recipes can trigger a personalized follow-up sequence, tag the lead in your CRM, or enroll them into a drip email campaign.

• Inventory verification and product returns

  Attach QR codes to physical products or boxes. Warehouse staff scan codes to log inventory movement, initiate returns workflows, or update stock levels. AutomatorWP can automate notifications, update product meta, or create support tickets upon scans.

• Onsite surveys and feedback

  Post QR codes around a venue linking to tailored feedback forms. Scans trigger AutomatorWP to send a thank-you message, grant a small reward, or tag a user for segmentation based on the location they scanned from (using optional geodata).

• Gamification and rewards

  Create scavenger hunts or in-person engagement campaigns where scanning different QR codes triggers points in a gamification plugin, unlocks badges, or adds users to leaderboards. AutomatorWP recipes can sequence actions such as awarding points, sending badges, and notifying community channels.

In short, AutomatorWP – QR Code extends AutomatorWP into the physical world, enabling secure, trackable, and highly customizable QR-based interactions that plug directly into your WordPress automations. Whether you need ticket validation, personalized course signups, contactless check-ins, or marketing-driven lead capture, the plugin provides the tools and integrations to design robust workflows that connect scans to meaningful site actions.