How to Add a Trackable QR Code to a Canva Design
Quick answer
Canva's QR code app creates static codes: no tracking, no editing after printing. For a trackable code, create a dynamic code in ScanOrbit, download it as PNG (or SVG on Pro), and upload it to Canva via Uploads.
Step by step
- 1
Create a dynamic code
Website-link or any type; add your logo and colors if you like.
- 2
Download it
PNG at high resolution, or SVG on Pro for sharp printing at any size.
- 3
Upload to Canva
In your design, Uploads → Upload files, then drag the code onto the page.
- 4
Leave space around it
Keep a clear margin and don't put it over a photo; then test the exported file with your phone.
Common mistakes
- Resizing a small PNG up for a large print: use a high-resolution PNG or SVG.
- Placing the code over a busy background or cropping its margin.
Frequently asked questions
Why not just use Canva's QR app?
It works for permanent links, but the code can't report scans or be pointed somewhere else after printing.
PNG or SVG?
SVG scales perfectly for print (Pro). A high-resolution PNG is fine for most flyers and posters.