Copy Link and QR Code

Description

Copy Link and QR Code allows you to add shareable buttons to posts, pages, and WooCommerce products:

  • Copy the current page URL to the clipboard.
  • Generate a QR code on the fly (no external API required).
  • Configure post types, button placement, and toggle admin QR column via settings page.
  • Shortcode: [copy_link_and_qr_code]
  • Gutenberg block for easy insertion.
  • Lightweight and privacy-friendly (no data collection).

This plugin bundles the qrcode-generator library.

This implementation is based on JIS X 0510:1999.

The term “QR Code” is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.

Privacy

This plugin does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data.

Screenshots

  • Copy Link & Show QR buttons on a post/page/product.
  • Plugin settings page.

Blocks

This plugin provides 1 block.

  • Copy Link & QR

Installation

  1. Upload the plugin files to /wp-content/plugins/copy-link-and-qr-code/.
  2. Activate the plugin through the “Plugins” screen in WordPress.
  3. Configure settings under Settings Copy Link & QR Code.

FAQ

Does this plugin collect user data?

No. It does not collect, store, or send any data to external servers.

Can I use it with WooCommerce?

Yes. It works on products as well as posts and pages.

Can I show QR codes in the admin post list?

Yes. Enable the Show QR Code Column in Admin toggle in the plugin settings to display a QR code column in post/page/custom post type lists.

Reviews

September 14, 2025
As a WordPress developer, I often need to share post links or QR codes quickly. This plugin delivers exactly that: reliable, fast, and with no bloat. Integration is smooth, settings are intuitive, and performance remains clean. A clean addition to any site that needs easy link sharing.
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Contributors & Developers

“Copy Link and QR Code” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Contributors

Changelog

1.1

  • Added admin setting toggle to enable/disable QR Code column in post/page/custom post type list tables.
  • Updated settings page to include the new toggle.
  • Refactored CLQRC_Admin class for better maintainability.
  • Minor HTML and formatting improvements in the settings page.
  • Ensured compatibility with WordPress 6.1+ and PHP 7.4+.

1.0

  • Initial release.
  • Adds Copy Link & Show QR buttons on single posts, pages, and CPTs.
  • Settings page for post types & button position.
  • Shortcode [copy_link_and_qr_code] and Gutenberg block.
  • Privacy-friendly: no data collection.