Cancelling a QR code subscription should be simple, but many providers make it harder than it needs to be. This guide walks you through cancellation steps for every major provider and explains what happens to your QR codes after you cancel.
Why People Cancel QR Code Subscriptions
- The most common reasons we hear from people switching providers:
- Unexpected price increases after an introductory period
- Hidden fees for features that seemed included
- Codes that expire after cancellation, breaking printed materials
- Scan limits that weren't clearly disclosed upfront
- Better alternatives that offer more value for less money
If your codes stop working after cancellation, every printed sign, business card, and flyer becomes useless. This is the single biggest frustration people face.
Cancellation Steps by Provider
QR Tiger 1. Log into your QR Tiger dashboard 2. Click your profile icon → Account Settings 3. Navigate to Subscription or Billing 4. Click Cancel Subscription 5. Complete the cancellation survey **What happens to your codes:** Dynamic codes may stop redirecting after your billing period ends. Static codes continue to work since the data is encoded directly.
Beaconstac 1. Log into your Beaconstac account 2. Go to Settings → Billing 3. Click Manage Subscription 4. Select Cancel Plan 5. Confirm cancellation **What happens to your codes:** Dynamic codes stop working when your subscription expires. You'll need to export any data before cancelling.
Bitly 1. Log into Bitly 2. Click Settings → Account 3. Navigate to Plan Details 4. Click Downgrade or Cancel 5. Follow the cancellation flow **What happens to your codes:** QR codes linked to Bitly short URLs may stop redirecting on free tier limits. Link history may be lost.
Flowcode 1. Log into your Flowcode dashboard 2. Go to Account Settings 3. Find Subscription Management 4. Click Cancel Subscription 5. Confirm **What happens to your codes:** Free tier codes remain active with limits. Paid features and premium codes are deactivated.
QRFY 1. Log into QRFY 2. Navigate to Account → Subscription 3. Click Cancel or Downgrade 4. Complete the process **What happens to your codes:** Dynamic codes may expire after your billing period. Check their terms for specifics.
What Happens to Your QR Codes After Cancellation?
This is the critical question. Here's how different types of codes behave:
Static QR codes always keep working regardless of your subscription status. The data (URL, WiFi credentials, contact info) is encoded directly in the QR pattern. No server is involved.
Dynamic QR codes depend on the provider's servers to redirect. When you cancel:
- Some providers keep redirects working indefinitely
- Some providers disable redirects after your billing period
- Some providers delete your codes entirely after 30-90 days
The safest approach: Before cancelling, note all your dynamic QR code destinations. If they stop working, you'll need to reprint with a new provider.
How to Switch Providers Without Breaking Codes
If you're using dynamic QR codes and your current provider allows it: 1. Export your QR code data (URLs, scan history) 2. Create equivalent codes on your new provider 3. Update any digital placements (websites, emails) with new codes 4. For printed materials, you'll need to reprint This is why choosing the right provider from the start matters. Look for providers that guarantee codes won't expire — even if you cancel.
A Better Approach: No Lock-In from Day One
- At Quality QR, we believe your QR codes should keep working regardless of your subscription status:
- Free tier codes never expire — your 5 static and 1 dynamic code work forever
- No scan limits on any plan, including free
- Cancel anytime with no penalties or broken codes
- Export your data before leaving, no restrictions
Your QR codes are printed on real materials in the real world. We think it's wrong to hold them hostage behind a subscription.
Start with Quality QR's free tier — no credit card required, and your codes work forever.
