Last Updated: November 7, 2020
Facebook QR Codes are now more popular than ever, especially considering the unprecedented times we are currently living in. Facebook QR Codes have especially been used for COVID-19 fund reliefs via NGOs on their Facebook pages, to trace the infection rate, and to establish clear social distancing rules amongst businesses.
The COVID-19 pandemic will most certainly be the defining moments of 2020 consumer behavior. The situation across the globe has swiftly changed.
Business models have adapted quickly to this situation by going digital as well, with QR Codes. This trend is going to continue for a while even post-pandemic. People are going to stay indoors.
Inspired by Snapchat’s snap codes, Facebook introduced Messenger codes in 2016. The Messenger codes helped users to instantly connect with other users on Messenger and start conversations without the hassle of connecting with them on Facebook first.
Starting on August 15, 2019, Facebook will no longer support Messenger Codes. Since they have not mentioned a specific reason, it could be attributed to a variety of reasons:
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Instead of using Messenger Scan Codes, you can use QR codes with m.me links. For that, you should first choose the best QR Code Generator.
Here’s how to generate your free Facebook Messenger Scan code –
For instance, if you wanted to create a Messenger Scan Code for Beaconstac’s Facebook page, this would be the link:
You can follow the same rule for your personal page as well. Simply replace the last part of the URL with the name in your Profile’s URL. For example, if your profile URL is https://www.facebook.com/zuck , copy everything that comes after the https://www/facebook.com/. In this case, that is Zuck. Your Messenger link will look like this:
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The feature proved to be exceptionally useful for brands looking for a simple way to enable customers to connect with them. The messenger codes can be printed on different marketing collaterals you are already using such as magazine ads, flyers, posters, and brochures. You can also embed these Messenger codes on your website to let customers quickly connect with you through Messenger.
The most feasible alternative to Messenger codes for brands to use would be QR codes. QR codes have come a long way since their invention.
From black and white square-shaped codes, we have now moved towards colorful and customized QR codes where brand logos embedded in them. Creating QR codes is now completely hassle-free with free QR code generators available online.
All you have to do is create a customized dynamic QR code for your brand and print them on your marketing materials, just the way you would do it with a Messenger code. To do so, you need a top-rated dynamic QR Code Generator that allows you to customize your QR Code and track it.
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This blog was originally published on April 30th, 2019 at 10:07 am