# Destination Rules (/docs/qr-codes/destination-rules)



Every QR code needs one main destination URL. You can also add country-specific rules for more targeted routing.

## Default Destination [#default-destination]

The default destination is the fallback URL used when no country-specific rule applies.

Every publishable QR code needs a valid default destination.

## Country-Specific Rules [#country-specific-rules]

Country rules let you send visitors in certain countries to different URLs.

Use this when you need:

* regional landing pages
* local storefronts
* country-specific campaigns
* localized support or signup links

## When Not To Use Country Rules [#when-not-to-use-country-rules]

You probably do not need country rules if:

* everyone should land on the same page
* you are launching your first QR and want the simplest possible setup
* you cannot test the regional behavior with confidence

## Best Practices [#best-practices]

* Keep the default destination valid even if you use country rules.
* Only add country rules where they are truly needed.
* Use clear internal QR names so your team knows why a QR includes regional routing.
* Test the default destination first, then add country rules one at a time.

## What Happens When Someone Scans [#what-happens-when-someone-scans]

GeoQR chooses:

1. the matching country-specific destination, if one applies
2. otherwise the default destination

If a destination looks unsafe or invalid, the QR may not behave the way you expect until the issue is fixed.

## See Also [#see-also]

* [Create a QR code](/docs/qr-codes/create-a-qr-code)
* [Publish and share](/docs/qr-codes/publish-and-share)
* [QR code and scan issues](/docs/troubleshooting/qr-code-and-scan-issues)