Introduction

ScanItUp offers two plans for QR tag owners: Free and Pro. Both give you a working QR tag that anyone can scan. But the experience — for you as the owner — is very different. This guide breaks down every difference so you can make the right choice.

What You Get on the Free Plan

The Free plan is genuinely free — no credit card, no time limit. It includes everything you need to get started:

  • QR code generation and a unique scannable tag
  • A public scan page with your contact details
  • The built-in message form so finders can contact you
  • In-app notifications and email alerts
  • Basic scan analytics (total scan count)
  • Up to 3 saved QR designs per tag

For most casual users — someone tagging a bag, a bike, or a set of keys — the Free plan does the job well.

What You Get on the Pro Plan

The Pro plan is designed for people who want real-time awareness and maximum features. Here is what it adds on top of the Free plan:

  • Instant WhatsApp scan notifications with location and map link
  • Private Mode — hide your phone number from the scan page
  • Unlimited saved QR designs per tag
  • All Pro sticker templates and custom QR frames
  • Upload your own logo onto the QR code
  • Advanced analytics — scan history by date and city
  • Priority customer support

Side-by-Side Comparison

Here is a quick reference of the most important differences:

  • WhatsApp scan alert: Free = No | Pro = Yes
  • Private Mode: Free = No | Pro = Yes
  • Custom QR frames: Free = Limited | Pro = All frames
  • Saved designs: Free = 3 | Pro = Unlimited
  • Analytics detail: Free = Basic | Pro = Full history
  • Own logo on QR: Free = No | Pro = Yes

Who Should Choose Free?

The Free plan is perfect if you are tagging low-risk personal items like a bag, a book, or household property. You will still receive email notifications when someone scans your tag or sends a message.

Who Should Choose Pro?

Upgrade to Pro if any of the following apply to you:

  • You want instant WhatsApp alerts when your tag is scanned
  • You are tagging a vehicle and need real-time awareness of who is near your car
  • You need Private Mode to keep your phone number hidden
  • You want to design professional-looking QR stickers for your business
  • You have a pet and want to be notified the moment their tag is scanned

Pricing

The Pro plan is available as a 1-year subscription or a 2-year subscription (which offers the best value). Prices are set in admin settings and displayed clearly on the upgrade page — there are no hidden fees.

Conclusion

Both plans give you a powerful, working QR tag. The question is whether you want passive coverage (Free) or active, real-time protection (Pro). For anything involving safety — pets, vehicles, children, elderly family members — the Pro plan pays for itself the first time it helps you.

Compare plans and upgrade at scanitup.com/user/upgrade-pro.php