The Hidden Data in Every QR Scan (and How Businesses Can Use It)

Every scan tells a story — are you listening?

Most people think QR codes are just shortcuts to menus or websites. But behind every scan lies real-time marketing data that reveals when, where, and how customers engage with your brand.

In this episode of Stay QRious, powered by QR TIGER, CEO Benjamin Claeys and host Ed uncover how QR codes are becoming a secret weapon for marketers — offering first-party insights in a cookieless world where data is harder to get.

What You’ll Learn:
What data you can actually collect from every scan (location, device, time, and source)
Why QR codes are a first-party data goldmine for marketers
Real-world examples from Retail, Restaurants, Events, and Consumer Goods
How small businesses can use scan data to optimize campaigns and personalize experiences
How to integrate QR analytics with CRM tools like HubSpot
Why QR code data will soon sit alongside Google Analytics and social insights

Episode Highlights:
00:00 – Intro: The Overlooked Data Source in Every QR Scan
00:37 – What Data Can You Get from a QR Scan?
01:02 – Why This Matters in a Cookieless Marketing World
01:20 – Real-World Use Cases: Retail, Food & Beverage, Events, and FMCG
02:53 – Turning QR Scan Data into Marketing Action
03:25 – Competing with Bigger Brands Using Smart QR Analytics
03:40 – The Future: QR Code Analytics as a Core Data Source
04:20 – Wrap-Up: Every Scan Tells a Story

Try It for Yourself:
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