Description
Conductor QR Generator allows you to upload approved files and instantly create:
- A short download URL (example: /q/AbC123)
- A printable QR code image
When scanned or opened, the file is automatically downloaded without any preview page.
This plugin is ideal for:
- Construction & engineering documentation
- Training centers & institutes
- Secure document delivery to clients or authorities
- Any use case where you want a clean QR instant file download flow
A live demo of the plugin working is available here:
https://conductordigital.dev/qr-system/
Key Features
- Frontend upload via shortcode
[conductor_qr_generator] - Auto-created QR upload page at
/qr-system - Instant QR + short URL generation
- Forced file download (no preview, no extra clicks)
- Download counter per QR
- Branding options (logo + footer text under the QR)
- Admin dashboard with statistics and bulk delete
External services
This plugin uses a third-party QR code API as a fallback when generating QR images:
Service: https://api.qrserver.com/ (GoQR / QR Server API)
Purpose:
Used to obtain a base PNG QR code image for the short URL (/q/<token>). The plugin then optionally composites this QR with a caption and branding.
Data sent:
Only the short URL is sent as the data parameter in the QR request, for example:
https://api.qrserver.com/v1/create-qr-code/?size=300x300&data=https%3A%2F%2Fexample.com%2Fq%2FAbC123%2F
No personal data or user-identifying information is transmitted.
Terms and Privacy:
- Terms: https://goqr.me/api/doc/create-qr-code/
- Privacy: https://goqr.me/privacy/
If the external API is unreachable, the plugin falls back to a plain QR URL and continues to function.
Screenshots
Installation
- Upload the plugin ZIP via Plugins Add New Upload Plugin, or copy the folder into
wp-content/plugins/. - Activate Conductor QR Generator from Plugins Installed Plugins
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Visit
/qr-systemon the frontend
OR insert this shortcode on any page:[conductor_qr_generator]
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Go to Conductor QR Generator Branding Settings to customize your logo and footer text.
- Use the admin QR Statistics page to view usage and bulk-delete entries (and their files).
FAQ
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How does it work?
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- A user opens the QR upload page (e.g.,
/qr-system) or any page where you placed the shortcode. - They upload a file (PDF, DOCX, image, etc.).
- The plugin saves the file to a protected folder and generates:
- A random token (e.g.
AbC123) - A short URL like
/q/AbC123 - A QR code that points to that URL, with your branding at the bottom
- A random token (e.g.
- When someone opens the short URL or scans the QR, the plugin forces a direct download of the file.
- A user opens the QR upload page (e.g.,
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Which file types are allowed?
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Allowed extensions by default:
- pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx
- txt, rtf
- jpg, jpeg, png, gif, bmp, webp
- zip, rar, 7z
- csv
Dangerous file types like
.phpor.jsare blocked. -
Where are the files stored?
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Files are stored locally in:
/wp-content/uploads/conductor-qr-generator/ -
Are uploaded files public?
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No. Files are only accessible through the secure short URL generated by the plugin. There is no public browsing of the upload directory in the plugin itself, and the file names are not predictable by URL.
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Can I customize the text under the QR code?
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Yes. When generating a QR, you can choose between:
- Custom text (e.g. equipment code or document title)
- File name
- No caption
This caption, along with the configured footer / brand text, will appear under the QR.
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Does this plugin track or send any personal data?
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No. The plugin does not send any personal data to external services. It only stores:
- The file itself
- Original file name
- MIME type
- File size
- Created date/time
- Download count
- Optional caption
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Contributors & Developers
“Conductor QR Generator” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.5.3
- Updated file storage paths to /wp-content/uploads/conductor-qr-generator/.
- Renamed remaining prefixes to match the plugin slug (conductor_qr_generator_*).
- Updated shortcode to [conductor_qr_generator] and synchronized auto-created page + docs.
1.5.2
- Updated plugin name to “Conductor QR Generator”
- Improved documentation and external service disclosure
- Refactored inline JS/CSS to use proper enqueue methods
1.5.1
- Added “Visit QR Page” inside admin menu
- Improved onboarding usability
1.5.0
- Added branding settings (logo + footer text)
- Replaced hard-coded branding with dynamic options
- Renamed plugin for WordPress.org release
1.4.0
- Initial production release