QR Code for Email
Make it effortless for people to email you. Create a QR code that opens their email app with your address, subject, and even a draft message pre-filled. One scan, one tap to send — great for feedback forms, support requests, and contact points.
Why use a QR code for email?
Zero-friction contact
The recipient doesn't need to type your email address or come up with a subject line. Everything is pre-filled and ready to send.
Works on any device
The mailto: link opens the default email app on iPhone, Android, or desktop. No special app needed.
Easy to contextualize
Pre-fill the subject with context like "Inquiry from booth #12" or "Feedback for [Product]" so you know where the email came from.
How to create a QR code for email
- 1Switch to the Email tab above.
- 2Enter the recipient email address.
- 3Optionally add a subject line and message body.
- 4Customize the QR code style.
- 5Download and place on business cards, flyers, product packaging, or feedback stations.
Example in practice
A small candle company includes a QR code on every product label. When scanned, it opens the customer's email app with the subject line pre-filled as "Feedback on [Lavender Dreams candle]" and a short body that says "Hi! I just tried your candle and wanted to share...". The owner gets a steady stream of genuine feedback emails, and half of them turn into testimonials she can use on her website.
Tips
- •Pre-fill the subject line to help you sort incoming emails — e.g., "Support request from [event name]".
- •Keep the body short — it's a starting point, not the whole message.
- •Great for product packaging: "Scan to email us feedback" with subject pre-filled.
- •Test on multiple devices — email app behavior can vary slightly across platforms.
Frequently asked questions
What happens when someone scans an email QR code?
Their default email app opens with the To, Subject, and Body fields pre-filled. They can edit the message and send it with one tap.
Does the QR code send the email automatically?
No. It only opens the email app with pre-filled fields. The user has full control and must tap Send themselves.
Can I include attachments in an email QR code?
No. The mailto: standard only supports To, Subject, CC, BCC, and Body fields. Attachments must be added manually by the sender.
Industry guide
This use case is part of our QR Codes for Personal Use guide, which covers 8 related use cases.