Instagram has a QR code feature that launched worldwide in August 2020 and replaced the Snapchat-style Nametag. 

The QR code feature allows users to generate a QR code for other Instagram users to scan and immediately take them to that specific profile. It's a quick and easy way to follow and share details. 

If, for instance, you have a small business with an Instagram account, the feature enables you to generate your code, print it out and make it easy for customers to follow you. Here's how it works and how to create your Instagram QR code.

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How to create your Instagram QR code

The process for generating your QR code is really simple and only requires a few steps. To get to your QR code follow the process below: 

  1. Launch Instagram
  2. Go to your profile
  3. Tap the three-line menu settings icon
  4. Tap 'QR Code' 

While the screens are arranged differently for iOS and Android users, the process is exactly the same.

Once you're on your QR Code screen you can direct your friends/contacts to scan it by following the same process and tapping the 'Scan QR Code' icon at the bottom of the QR Code screen.