Event organizers can utilize custom barcodes for a unique badge scanning experience.
Open the badge template and add a code to the badge. Click on the QR code that appears.
Select 'Custom Code' from the dropdown menu.
EAN-8:
- universal barcode that reads numeric format only
- 8 digit code limit
EAN-13:
- universal barcode that reads numeric format only
- 13 digit code limit
Code 128:
- alphanumeric or numeric-only format
- 128 digit code limit
- 1D version of the ID QR Code that holds the same properties but can be scanned by a 1D barcode scanner
QR Code:
- can store URL code linking to external site
Universal QR Code V2:
- Standard encrypted QR code
- encrypted exclusively for the Boomset Lead Retrieval app
- can be un-encrypted for an additional cost
ID Barcode and ID QR Code:
- unencrypted for global app usage
- only displays the Boomset barcode number
- ID number can be used to tie data to a user, but scanning does not reveal any user information
vCard:
- unencrypted code
- incompatible with the Boomset Lead Retrieval app
- If a device can scan the vCard then it will be able to see the user information
Custom QR Code:
- A flexible code system with multiple functions.
- May or may not be encrypted depending on usage.
QR Code Compatibility
Depending on the type of code used, this item would be scannable by Boomset, a third-party, or both. The graph belows shows the compatibility of each type.
Feel free to reach out to us at support@boomset.com in case you have questions or need assistance.