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Free QR Code Generator vs Paid Subscription Traps

Many websites advertise "Free QR Code", but deactivate your code after 14 days and demand $15 to $50/month. See the difference:

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Feature / Criterion	Free QR Code Generator	Typical Commercial Competitors
Expiration Policy Will your printed code suddenly stop working?	Never Expires (100% Static)	Expires after 7 to 14 days "free trial"
Sign-up or Credit Card Required Do you need an account or email?	No sign-up or personal data requested	Forces registration, email & credit card
Maintenance Cost Are there recurring monthly fees?	$0.00 Forever	$15 to $50/month to keep links active
Vector SVG Export Infinite print quality for graphic design	Included for free	Locked behind expensive "Pro" tier
Privacy & Security Where do your links and passwords go?	Encoded locally in browser, never sent to server	Tracks your visitors and stores your data
Bulk Generation Create multiple codes via CSV list	Free with single ZIP download	Restricted to enterprise plans