Create a QR Code for Your Instagram Profile

Turn passers-by, diners, and event guests into followers with one scan. Paste your Instagram username, style the code to match your brand, and start tracking engagement—no signup or credit card required.

Create your free QR code
1 Choose your QR code type
2 Set destination & customize
3 Download

How to create an Instagram QR code

Learn how to create a QR code for your Instagram profile in 3 easy steps.

1. Choose the Social Media QR code type

Select the "Social Media" option then select "Instagram". Make sure the "Edit later & track scans" switch is enabled if you want scan tracking.

2. Enter your username and customize

Enter the username for your Instagram profile. Update colors, shapes, and add your logo for a professional look.

3. Download or activate your QR code

Download in one of our hi-res formats. Want to update the link later? Choose a dynamic QR and update the link from your dashboard without reprinting.

Benefits of Instagram QR codes

Why should you create a QR code for your Instagram page with QRSurge?

  • Real-time scan analytics

    See where, when, and how often people scan to optimize offline campaigns.

  • Edit links on demand

    Switch followers from your profile to a Reel, product launch, or hashtag page without changing the printed code.

  • Brand consistency

    Increase scan rates by matching your brand's colors and adding your logo for maximum trust.

  • Team collaboration

    Share codes with marketing interns or agencies without exposing other assets.

  • Unlimited scans

    Perfect for testing before upgrading to pro features.

Where to place your Instagram QR code

QRSurge is trusted by professionals in dozens of industries to simplify engagement, track performance, and drive results.

  • Retail

    Storefront window

    Convert window-shoppers into followers even outside business hours.

  • Hospitality

    Menus and table tents

    Diners scan to follow your restaurant's daily specials and stories.

  • Events & Trade Shows

    Booth backdrops

    Capture interest on the spot without swapping business cards.

  • Beauty & Fashion

    Product packaging and tags

    Encourage customers to share unboxing Reels and tag your brand.

  • Food Trucks & Pop-ups

    Counter signage

    Quick, hands-free way for patrons to follow and track your next location.

  • Print & Media

    Flyers, magazines, business cards

    Replace lengthy URLs with a clean, scannable link to your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Need more information? Reach out to us at [email protected], we're glad to help.

Static QR codes will never expire and will always route to the embedded Instagram link. Dynamic QR codes created with QRSurge will remain active for as long as your account is active.
Static QR codes will never expire and will always route to the embedded Instagram link. Dynamic QR codes created with QRSurge will remain active for as long as your account is active.

On most phones, yes. If the app isn't installed, the link opens in the mobile browser instead.

We track every scan (location, device, timestamp). Combine that data with Instagram Insights to correlate scans with new followers.

There is no scan limit for static QR codes. For dynamic QR codes, the free plan allows unlimited scans as long as it's within our Fair Use guidelines.

Absolutely. QRSurge automatically validates contrast and error-correction levels, ensuring your code scans quickly even after customizing. You should always test your QR code before printing.

You can download your QR code in high-resolution PNG and SVG formats, great for printing. We also offer JPG and WEBP downloads for screen displays.

Turn scans into followers with a free, branded QR code for your Instagram page.