QR code without subscription: pay once, not monthly
Updated: July 2026
Most QR code services bill you every month, even though a QR code only needs to be created once. FairQR works differently. You pay one time and keep using your code, with no recurring fees.
Static or dynamic: the difference
A static QR code stores the destination directly in the pattern. It cannot be changed, needs no server, and works permanently. Perfect when the destination is guaranteed never to change.
A dynamic QR code stores a redirect. The pattern stays the same, but you can swap the destination at any time without reprinting the code. That is useful for menus, campaigns, or addresses that may change.
Why most tools require a subscription
Because a dynamic code needs a permanent redirect, providers run servers to power it. Many fund those servers through a monthly subscription and tie the code's function to an ongoing payment. If the payment stops, the code is often switched off.
How FairQR works
At FairQR, static codes are free permanently. Dynamic codes come at a one-time price: Starter for €29, Business for €59 (incl. VAT). A single purchase, no subscription, no monthly cost. You get an editable destination and scan statistics without tracking cookies.
Who it is for
FairQR suits anyone who does not want to pay indefinitely just to keep a printed code alive. That includes small businesses, clubs, freelancers, restaurants, and everyone who values predictable, one-time costs.
Your data stays yours
You are never locked in. All destinations and statistics can be exported in full, as CSV, .htaccess, or JSON. Should FairQR ever wind down, we will normally give at least 12 months' notice and provide an export so your codes can live on. Only in exceptional cases outside our control (such as insolvency) may that period be shorter.
| Feature | Typical QR subscription | FairQR |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | monthly subscription | one-time purchase |
| When payment ends | code is often switched off | code stays active |
| Change the destination later | often only with an active subscription | anytime, without a subscription |
| Export your data | limited depending on the provider | anytime, in full |
Frequently asked questions
- Is FairQR really without a subscription?
- Yes. Static codes are permanently free, and dynamic codes are a one-time price (Starter €29, Business €59, incl. VAT). There is no monthly fee and nothing to renew.
- What happens to my code if I stop paying?
- Nothing. After the one-time purchase your dynamic code stays active. There is no ongoing payment that could switch the code off.
- Can I change the destination later?
- With dynamic codes, at any time. The printed pattern stays the same and only the stored destination address changes. Static codes cannot be changed once created.