Will scanning the QR code open my email app automatically?

Yes, on most devices. The mailto: protocol is handled by the device's native email client. On some Android devices, the user may be prompted to choose which app to handle the link.

Can I pre-fill the email body as well as the subject?

Yes, the mailto: format supports a pre-filled body via the "body" parameter. Include it in the URL as: mailto:you@example.com?subject=Hello&body=I+wanted+to+ask... The generator can encode this if you construct the full mailto: URL manually.

Is my email address exposed in the QR code?

Yes — the email address is encoded directly in the QR code data and can be read by anyone who scans it with a QR reader. This is expected and appropriate for business contact QR codes.

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QR Code for Email Address

A QR code that encodes your email address (as a mailto: link) lets people open a pre-addressed email on their phone with one scan — no typing required. FixTools generates email QR codes instantly.

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Encodes mailto: links with pre-filled address

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Enter your email address and optional subject line to generate a mailto: QR code.

How It Works

Step-by-step guide to qr code for email address:

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Enter your email address
Type the email address you want the QR code to pre-address messages to.
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Add an optional subject
Add a pre-filled subject line to give context to incoming emails (e.g., "Enquiry from [your event name]").
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Generate the mailto: QR code
Click Generate to create a QR code that encodes the mailto: link with your address and subject.
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Test on multiple devices
Scan the code on iOS and Android to confirm it opens the correct email client with the pre-filled address. Download and deploy.

Real-world examples

Common situations where this approach makes a real difference:

Photography print portfolio

A photographer includes an email QR code in their printed portfolio with a pre-filled subject "Photography Booking Enquiry". Clients scan and have a pre-composed enquiry email open in seconds.

Conference exhibitor

A small company at a trade show adds an email QR code to their booth display labelled "Quick question? Email us now". They receive 15% more enquiries at the event than the previous year.

CV and resume

A job applicant adds a mailto: QR code to the header of their printed CV next to their email address. Recruiters can open an email to them with a single scan.

When to use this guide

Use this on business cards, brochures, or signage where you want to make it as easy as possible for people to contact you by email without having to manually type your address.

Pro tips

Get better results with these expert suggestions:

Pre-fill a subject line for better response tracking

Encoding a pre-filled subject (e.g., "Enquiry from QR Code") helps you identify which emails came from the QR code and adds context for the person reaching out.

Also display your email address visually

Always show your email address as visible text alongside the QR code. Some email clients or devices may not handle mailto: links correctly, and displaying the address gives a fallback.

Keep your email address stable

Email QR codes encode the address permanently. Use a business email address you plan to keep long-term rather than a temporary or role-based address that might change.