Anyone else had this happen? My clients QR code cards have stopped working but were working fine. The code showing up when scanning a QR code says SQR.link. Eh? These used to work. Was this an URL they used to own and lost? What the F happened. Have some very angry clients.
It appears they must have owned the sqr.link address at some point - if you jump on the Way Back Machine you can see it was set up as a redirect to SQR.co (and another branded version of the same). So they must have lost control of it or have changed business models to a crappy directory page that charges for traffic or clicks? Anyway.... DON"T BUY THIS PRODUCT as it's no longer reliable or safe
In addition, there overall arching business Affordable Software has also vanished along with its other services that were connected to SQR.co, so their website tracking tool, etc. have all vanished from the web. So assume they've either just buggered off or gone broke or run off because... who knows. Not replying to emails for support. Not sorting out broken links on SQR. What a massive LET DOWN.
Q: Our SSLs expired, contact forms broken, and no dev response since November—has this product been abandoned?
We’ve tried every possible way to reach support but have had no success. Our 50+ person team relies heavily on this platform for marketing, and now our leads are receiving security threat alerts in their browsers.
- The SSLs for our custom domains have been expired for 52 days as of 1/9/25. - Contact forms are all non-functional. - Support email (support@affordable.software) appears to be down, and we’ve had no response from "Dave." - A comment on YouTube was briefly answered but our follow up comment was deleted when we asked for a resolution timeline.
This issue is deeply impacting our operations. Please help us resolve this urgently.
701c27b15231495abc8c9b0ec26e78ecPLUSEdited Jan 10, 2025
Contact me, maybe we can build a replacement together. I think I can get it done, but I need to know more about your use case and what features are required.
We have encountered a similar problem with their SSL expiring for the last 90 days. We rely on the QR codes for our products (printed on labels) that have been already printed.
None of these work now. It is as simple as renwing their FREE SSL that will fix the problem.
It's really frustrating. AppSumo keeps hiding behind Dave, and Dave continues to be non-responsive. A refund is due for this product. It is broken and abandoned.
Q: Site is down
Any updates on this? Was this intentional? Domain problems?
At the moment we don't have an out-of-the-box solution to import multiple QR codes, however, this could be done via our API but it will require some custom work. (https://sqr.co/api-documentation/qr-codes).
Maybe I can help you set it up. If you send me an email with more details about the kind of QR codes you're using. (dave@sqr.co)
As a Plus member, you should have access to our API. You should see it enabled in your account here: https://sqr.co/account-plan and get your API key here: https://sqr.co/account-api
If you don't have access please send me your account details and I will have a look (dave@sqr.co)
— Dave
Q: Hey Dave!
I am interested in buying the Plus exclusive offer, integrate through API and offer this service to all my clients - for each of them to have their own dashboard (i.e. team) and create their own QR codes and short links. Is this possible and does it go against any TOC?
In another question in the thread, you did confirm there are no SLA (not that I expect any huge traffic anyway), but I still wanted some clarity, both about if it's technologically feasible and allowed.
At the moment this could be possible via our API. But for them to have their own dashboard you would have to create your own dashboard and make the connections. However, as you might have read we're working on an update that has a much better team function that's based on project/company + white-label option is coming.
We currently don't have a SLA, but will look into this :)
P.S. if you send me an email (dave@sqr.co) I can already share some more screenshots with you.
Q: HI I have a few questions:
1.
Does static QR code count toward the 2,000 saved QR codes? What if I want to generate a 1 time use QR code. 2. Does this have API integration to generate 1 time static QR code?
1. Yes, that's correct. You can create unlimited static QR codes since they always work but you can have 2.000 saved in your dashboard with this plan. 2. This plan doesn't have API access, but you can contact me about this dave@sqr.co
— Have a good Sunday!
Q: Can I customize the meta information of the short URL?
No this is not possible it will take the information from the destination URL.
— Dave
Q: Hello Dave,
We have encountered some issues with PDF files on Android Chrome when they go through a shortened URL.
The files simply do not open, but when we enter the original URL of the file, they do open. Therefore, my question is: is it possible to input the original URL in the QR code so that it is not automatically shortened?
If a short link is connected to the QR code it's not possible to change the info of the QR code itself only the destination of the short link. But could you send me the details via email and I will check how we can resolve this: dave@sqr.co
— Dave
Q: The long-awaited request is finally here.
We added more styles to the QR code generator: https://twitter.com/ShortQRcode/status/1647469770072104962
QR code dot styles: Square, Dots, Round, Heart, Diamond. QR inner eye/outer eye styles: Square, Dots, Diamond, Flower, Leaf, Circle, and Rounded.
You can find the new styles under the "Style" tab in the editor. (https://sqr.co/qr/url)
When you're making a QR code, it's important to keep things simple so that your customers can easily scan it with their phones. Avoid going overboard with the styling, and stick to a clean and straightforward design. Remember, the goal is to make it easy and hassle-free for your customers to scan!
Q: Hi
The products looks amazing but I am a little bit confused, in descriptions says only 2 domains but in ...
reviews and answers shows other limits like unlimited or 25 domains. I have at least 20 clients that I can use this service but need to clarify this question about domains limits. Thanks
The current Appsumo deal allows to create up to 2 custom domains. However, we're working on letting Sumolings stack the codes to increase the assets. Could you send me an email and I'll explain some more how this works (dave@sqr.co).
Q: Is there active support on your platform?
I have created 4 codes. None are working. I can't see any documentation that explains why. I submitted a contact form request for help. Nothing. Is there anyone available to help?
Yes, I'm always here to help, i see you emailed 40 minutes ago. We typically reply within an hour on work days.
I see that most of your QR codes work but some don't this is because of the colors you've chosen + the logo is quite big. What you can first do is try to increase the "Error correction" in the Quality settings, this will probably solve your scannability issue. If not you can try and make the logo a little bit smaller with the slider.
Q: Can SQR deep link to Facebook, Instagram, etc...
so that the links open in the relevant app rather than in the browser? If not, is that deep linking on the roadmap?
Terms haven't changed for people that bought the deal before... We gave more than a month's notice, the deal would change a little bit for future buyers in cooperation with the AppSumo team, to give the early supporters something extra. All people bought before mid-January 2022 and plus members have still the unlimited deal. As you can read in the founder's posts.
Again users will never be downgraded for a deal they bought. No need to be disappointed and as you can see in your account you will still have the same plan.
If you need me to check your account or any private information for you, then you can reach me at dave@sqr.co.
Q: SQR.co changing QR code links to SQR.link?
Anyone else had this happen? My clients QR code cards have stopped working but were working fine. The code showing up when scanning a QR code says SQR.link. Eh?
These used to work.
Was this an URL they used to own and lost? What the F happened. Have some very angry clients.
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It appears they must have owned the sqr.link address at some point - if you jump on the Way Back Machine you can see it was set up as a redirect to SQR.co (and another branded version of the same).
So they must have lost control of it or have changed business models to a crappy directory page that charges for traffic or clicks?
Anyway.... DON"T BUY THIS PRODUCT as it's no longer reliable or safe
In addition, there overall arching business Affordable Software has also vanished along with its other services that were connected to SQR.co, so their website tracking tool, etc. have all vanished from the web.
So assume they've either just buggered off or gone broke or run off because... who knows. Not replying to emails for support. Not sorting out broken links on SQR.
What a massive LET DOWN.
Q: Our SSLs expired, contact forms broken, and no dev response since November—has this product been abandoned?
We’ve tried every possible way to reach support but have had no success. Our 50+ person team relies heavily on this platform for marketing, and now our leads are receiving security threat alerts in their browsers.
- The SSLs for our custom domains have been expired for 52 days as of 1/9/25.
- Contact forms are all non-functional.
- Support email (support@affordable.software) appears to be down, and we’ve had no response from "Dave."
- A comment on YouTube was briefly answered but our follow up comment was deleted when we asked for a resolution timeline.
This issue is deeply impacting our operations. Please help us resolve this urgently.
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Verified purchaser
Dave should be ashamed of himself for this, and AppSumo should be fighting for us.
Verified purchaser
Contact me, maybe we can build a replacement together. I think I can get it done, but I need to know more about your use case and what features are required.
Verified purchaser
We have encountered a similar problem with their SSL expiring for the last 90 days. We rely on the QR codes for our products (printed on labels) that have been already printed.
None of these work now. It is as simple as renwing their FREE SSL that will fix the problem.
Tried contacting dave but no response.
Did you manage to get things working?
Verified purchaser
It's really frustrating. AppSumo keeps hiding behind Dave, and Dave continues to be non-responsive. A refund is due for this product. It is broken and abandoned.
Q: Site is down
Any updates on this? Was this intentional? Domain problems?
All links are broken. We need help and an update.
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Have you had any luck with this?
Verified purchaser
Looks like they redid lets encrypt on ONE of my domains, but not any of the others. Total mess. Irresponsible.
Q: When you add more and more blocks to biolinks?
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It's not in the planning at the moment to add multiple blocks. If we get more requests we can consider it :)
Q: I'm talking about creating biolinks and building them with blocks e.
g. photo gallery + form+ iframe+ video + audio + text and many more....
Is it possible?
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Hey,
At the moment it will only be custom buttons + text. No custom blocks. But it's a good idea to add more blocks in the future :)
— Dave
When you add this blocks?
It's not in the planning at the moment to add multiple blocks. If we get more requests we can consider it :)
Q: Hi, do the limits changed?
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Hey,
No not for people who bought before January 2023 or have a Plus membership. You can see your plan here: https://sqr.co/account-plan
— Dave
Q: Hi Team!
I have two QR Codes with QR Code Generator from bitly which I would want to export and import with your service.
Before I buy I wanted to ask if that is possible?
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Hey Leon,
At the moment we don't have an out-of-the-box solution to import multiple QR codes, however, this could be done via our API but it will require some custom work. (https://sqr.co/api-documentation/qr-codes).
Maybe I can help you set it up. If you send me an email with more details about the kind of QR codes you're using. (dave@sqr.co)
Verified purchaser
Perfect I have written an email because I really dont know anything about APIs
Q: I would like to have the API solution, how to get it?
Greetings :-)
Great tool by the way!
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Hey,
As a Plus member, you should have access to our API. You should see it enabled in your account here: https://sqr.co/account-plan and get your API key here: https://sqr.co/account-api
If you don't have access please send me your account details and I will have a look (dave@sqr.co)
— Dave
Q: Hey Dave!
I am interested in buying the Plus exclusive offer, integrate through API and offer this service to all my clients - for each of them to have their own dashboard (i.e. team) and create their own QR codes and short links. Is this possible and does it go against any TOC?
In another question in the thread, you did confirm there are no SLA (not that I expect any huge traffic anyway), but I still wanted some clarity, both about if it's technologically feasible and allowed.
Share SQR QR Generator - Dynamic Short links and QR codes
Hey,
Thanks for your interest! 💪
At the moment this could be possible via our API. But for them to have their own dashboard you would have to create your own dashboard and make the connections. However, as you might have read we're working on an update that has a much better team function that's based on project/company + white-label option is coming.
We currently don't have a SLA, but will look into this :)
P.S. if you send me an email (dave@sqr.co) I can already share some more screenshots with you.
Q: HI I have a few questions: 1.
Does static QR code count toward the 2,000 saved QR codes? What if I want to generate a 1 time use QR code.
2. Does this have API integration to generate 1 time static QR code?
Share SQR QR Generator - Dynamic Short links and QR codes
Hey,
1. Yes, that's correct. You can create unlimited static QR codes since they always work but you can have 2.000 saved in your dashboard with this plan.
2. This plan doesn't have API access, but you can contact me about this dave@sqr.co
— Have a good Sunday!
Q: Can I customize the meta information of the short URL?
Such as Title, Description, Image?
Share SQR QR Generator - Dynamic Short links and QR codes
Hey Joseph,
No this is not possible it will take the information from the destination URL.
— Dave
Q: Hello Dave, We have encountered some issues with PDF files on Android Chrome when they go through a shortened URL.
The files simply do not open, but when we enter the original URL of the file, they do open. Therefore, my question is: is it possible to input the original URL in the QR code so that it is not automatically shortened?
Thank you in advance!
Simon
Share SQR QR Generator - Dynamic Short links and QR codes
Hey Simon,
If a short link is connected to the QR code it's not possible to change the info of the QR code itself only the destination of the short link. But could you send me the details via email and I will check how we can resolve this: dave@sqr.co
— Dave
Q: The long-awaited request is finally here.
We added more styles to the QR code generator: https://twitter.com/ShortQRcode/status/1647469770072104962
QR code dot styles: Square, Dots, Round, Heart, Diamond.
QR inner eye/outer eye styles: Square, Dots, Diamond, Flower, Leaf, Circle, and Rounded.
You can find the new styles under the "Style" tab in the editor. (https://sqr.co/qr/url)
When you're making a QR code, it's important to keep things simple so that your customers can easily scan it with their phones. Avoid going overboard with the styling, and stick to a clean and straightforward design. Remember, the goal is to make it easy and hassle-free for your customers to scan!
Have a great Sunday ✨
— Dave from SQR
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Q: Hi The products looks amazing but I am a little bit confused, in descriptions says only 2 domains but in ...
reviews and answers shows other limits like unlimited or 25 domains. I have at least 20 clients that I can use this service but need to clarify this question about domains limits. Thanks
Share SQR QR Generator - Dynamic Short links and QR codes
Hey,
The current Appsumo deal allows to create up to 2 custom domains. However, we're working on letting Sumolings stack the codes to increase the assets. Could you send me an email and I'll explain some more how this works (dave@sqr.co).
Q: Is there active support on your platform?
I have created 4 codes. None are working. I can't see any documentation that explains why. I submitted a contact form request for help. Nothing. Is there anyone available to help?
Share SQR QR Generator - Dynamic Short links and QR codes
Yes, I'm always here to help, i see you emailed 40 minutes ago. We typically reply within an hour on work days.
I see that most of your QR codes work but some don't this is because of the colors you've chosen + the logo is quite big. What you can first do is try to increase the "Error correction" in the Quality settings, this will probably solve your scannability issue. If not you can try and make the logo a little bit smaller with the slider.
Q: Can SQR deep link to Facebook, Instagram, etc...
so that the links open in the relevant app rather than in the browser?
If not, is that deep linking on the roadmap?
Share SQR QR Generator - Dynamic Short links and QR codes
Hey Andy, at the moment we don't have deep linking, but I will write down your suggestion. Could be interesting :) Thanks for suggesting it!
Ps. we will launch our public roadmap soon 👀
Q: As many of you asked: https://twitter.
com/ShortQRcode/status/1638514718892597249
(We're getting a public roadmap soon)
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Q: Hey Dave, it seems we early adopters from Appsumo got a great deal.
I just checked and I have unlimited domains. Thanks
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Yes you did, no problem, thanks for your early support 💪
Q: Is there an option for more custom domains?
I'm looking to generate custom codes for our agents and our agency is over 1100 agents. We have roughly 15+ different domains.
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Hey,
I see that you're a plus member that means you will have access to unlimited domains: https://appsumo.com/products/sqr-qr-generator-plus-exclusive
— Dave
Q: Hello.
What happened to the unlimited Teams and Unlimited Team Members?
It seems that your terms changed overnight without giving us notice.
Will you also be downgrading again without informing us in the future?
I really liked this deal. But how can we trust the founders while they changed the terms of the deal from under our noses?
I'm very disappointed.
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Terms haven't changed for people that bought the deal before... We gave more than a month's notice, the deal would change a little bit for future buyers in cooperation with the AppSumo team, to give the early supporters something extra. All people bought before mid-January 2022 and plus members have still the unlimited deal. As you can read in the founder's posts.
Again users will never be downgraded for a deal they bought. No need to be disappointed and as you can see in your account you will still have the same plan.
If you need me to check your account or any private information for you, then you can reach me at dave@sqr.co.