Creating a working QR code for my guidebook

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I leave a ring binder in each room with info, and I am trying to make a QR code that will let guests go directly to my guidebook. I am finding that my codes (created directly off the link to the guidebook - using the web link) do not work and/or show many things, like the map link, as 404 errors.

I can give people the direct link to my profile page, where they can click thru the guidebook at the bottom, but was looking to provide a better result than having to say “go to my profile page here (xxx) and then scroll to the bottom”

Is there an elegant way to do this?

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In Google Chrome, right click the page and click create QR code’.

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Yes that works fine, but as I mentioned, on my phone the thing looks incomplete and I get this When I click on any of the pictures,

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I just tried it for this very page and it was fine. Try it on a few other pages to test it.

Are you logged in on your phone?

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the QR code is generated but it seems that the link it connects to is missing some photos and all the maps… is this a specific problem for the guidebook?

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Where is your guidebook hosted? On Airbnb?

If so, consider creating a non-Airbnb specific guidebook and host it on Google Docs or something.

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your profile page has the link to make your guidebook.

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If I understand correctly you are using the Airbnb guest book?

I think it can only be accessed through an active reservation so that means a direct QR code link won’t work. (Edit—opps just tested it. I accessed it from the listing home page. However I was on the Airbnb platform so accessing through Airbnb. )

Sounds like your best bet may be as @jaquo recommended to have a separate QR code accessible Google Doc.

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I have QR codes on my postcards but they lead people to the airbnb listing. One for my guidebook (which is on Google Docs) is a good idea!!

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@CatskillsGrrl I love the postcards! How did you create them?

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I used VistaPrint.com - I was very pleased with how they turned out. In fact, I think it is time to order more.

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