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  • UTM tracking codes should be built for reusability instead of being one time things so there will be no issue if a link/QR code is reused without checking with web team first.
  • All links used for this should be done through redirects as a CYA/future proofing measure. This means a QR code should never be made with the full URL that has UTM tracking values in it.
    •  Analogy: The short URL redirect we build is like a PO Box while the fully defined URL with the UTM code visible is our permanent address. Even if we have to change the tracking codes, all we have to do is update the redirect and any printed pieces will still function without needing to be remade.

Use this to build: QRCode Monkey

  1. Open the Google Sheet: QR code/UTM URLs
  2. Scroll to the bottom to find an open line & fill in accordingly
    1. Column A: a link to Trello card for this request/initiative
    2. Column B: a brief description about what this tracking is being used on
    3. Column C: the date range of when the campaign runs or the print piece will be arriving in homes
    4. Column D: the URL of the destination page
    5. Column E: where this QR/link is being distributed (see UTM Naming Convention tab for more details)
    6. Column F: how the link is being displayed (see UTM Naming Convention tab for more details)
    7. Column G: shortened code name of campaign (see UTM Naming Convention tab for more details)
    8. Column H: redirect URL created in Cascade
    9. Column J: (automated) Full URL with tracking code that is what the redirect points to

If you are building a QR code, follow the instructions on that how to article.

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