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Posts by Patrick Augstein

Patrick is a Customer Support AI Manager at Bitly. With over 10 years of experience in customer support, he has played a key role in shaping the Support Team and enhancing the customer experience, especially in the QR Code space. Patrick’s expertise in both QR Code technology and customer care continues to drive operational improvements and team growth.
Read article: How to Use QR Codes for Gift Registries (2026)
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How to Use QR Codes for Gift Registries (2026)

Make gift registries easier to share and access with a simple QR Code setup.

Read article: What Should a QR Code Performance Dashboard Show?
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What Should a QR Code Performance Dashboard Show?

The key metrics every QR Code performance dashboard should include and display.

Read article: The Hidden Cost of Free QR Codes (And How to Stop Paying It)
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The Hidden Cost of Free QR Codes (And How to Stop Paying It)

Why free QR Code tools can hurt your brand and how to avoid the long-term cost.

Read article: Bitly vs. The QR Code Generator: Which Is Right for Your Business?
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Bitly vs. The QR Code Generator: Which Is Right for Your Business?

Compare Bitly and The QR Code Generator for links QR Codes and campaign tools.

Read article: Bitly vs QRFY: Which QR Code Platform Fits Your Marketing Strategy?
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Bitly vs QRFY: Which QR Code Platform Fits Your Marketing Strategy?

See how Bitly and QRFY compare for QR Code creation tracking and marketing use.

Read article: Bitly vs. QR.io: Which QR Code and Link Platform Fits Your Team?
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Bitly vs. QR.io: Which QR Code and Link Platform Fits Your Team?

Bitly and QR.io compared for teams managing QR Codes and short links at scale.

Read article: Boost Engagement With These QR Code Call-to-Action Examples
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Boost Engagement With These QR Code Call-to-Action Examples

Boost engagement with smart QR Code CTAs.

Read article: How QR Code Batch Tracking Improves Product Recall Efficiency
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How QR Code Batch Tracking Improves Product Recall Efficiency

Make product recall notices easier and safer with QR Codes.

Read article: How to Use QR Codes and Short Links for Contactless Hotel Service
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How to Use QR Codes and Short Links for Contactless Hotel Service

Streamline hotel services with QR Codes for a contactless experience.

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