Youth Activity Archive

Activity Description: Youth create a simple QR code that links to their website.

Items Needed:

• Computer, laptop, or tablet
• Internet access
• Website link
• (Optional) QR code generator website
• (Optional) Printer

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 5–10 min):

1. Open a QR code tool. (1–2 min)
   • Youth visit a free QR code generator website or open a browser like Chrome or Edge.
2. Choose the content type. (1–2 min)
   • Youth select “URL” or the option for linking to a website.
3. Enter the cookie link. (1–2 min)
   • Youth paste their website link into the box.
   • The QR code appears automatically.
4. (Optional) Customize the QR code. (1–2 min)
   • Some programs will allow the youth to change the color or style while keeping the code easy to scan.
5. Download the QR code. (1–2 min)
   • Youth save the QR code image to their device as a PNG or JPG.
6. Print or share the QR code. (1–2 min)
   • Youth print the QR code or add it to a flyer, message, or other materials.

QR Code Generator Links

• QR Code Generator
• QR Code Monkey
• GoQR.me
• QRStuff
• Adobe Express QR Code Maker
• Beaconstac Free QR Code Generator
• Shopify Free QR Code Generator
• Google Chrome Built‑In Tool (Right‑click any webpage → Create QR code for this page)
• Microsoft Edge Built‑In Tool (Right‑click any webpage → Create QR code for this page)
• Use Canva to create a QR Code within a design

Step-by-Step Tutorials:

• Video: Mariah Magazine – 2 Ways to Make a QR Code for Free

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