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QR Code Categories Reference

When creating QR Codes through the Scanova API, you must specify a Category ID that defines the type of QR Code you want to create — such as a website link, event, social media profile, or document. This page provides a complete list of available categories, along with examples for how to use them in your API requests.

Available Categories

How to Use Categories

Include Category ID in Your Request

When creating a QR Code, pass the category parameter with the appropriate ID in your request body.

Category-Specific Info Format

Each category has a unique structure for the info field.
Below are examples of commonly used formats:

Website URL (ID: 1)

Redirects users directly to the specified URL when scanned.

Google Map (ID: 11)

Displays the given location on Google Maps.

Document (ID: 13)

Opens or downloads one or more attached documents

Social Media (ID: 15)

Displays a mobile-friendly page linking to multiple social profiles

Getting Category Information

You can fetch the complete list of categories through the API:
Response includes:
  • Category ID and name
  • Description and use case
  • Supported QR code types
  • Preview images and tags

Best Practices

All QR Codes created through the Scanova API are Dynamic by default "qr_type": "dy"), allowing you to update their content anytime without changing the printed QR code.

Category Limitations

  • Each category requires a specific info JSON format.
  • Some categories include extra styling or layout options.
  • All categories support Dynamic QR Codes (editable after creation).

Need Help?

If you’re unsure which category to use for your specific use case, check out our API examples or contact our support team.