How to create and use QR codes payments in Perno

QR code payments in Perno Orchestration allow customers to open the payment page by scanning a QR code with their phone. The QR code is associated with a Perno payment link. You can print it, display it at a service point or share it electronically, then check the number of scans and related transactions. The term QR code refers to the code itself.

QR code payments in Perno Orchestration

1. Open the QR code payments section

1. Log in to the Perno dashboard.

2. Expand the Context menu in the top-right corner.

3. Select Perno Orchestration.

4. In the left-hand menu, click QR code payments.

5. Click New QR code to open the QR code creation form.

2. Associate a QR code with a payment link

In the New QR code form, complete the following fields:

The amount and currency come from the selected payment link. If the required link is not listed, first create it in the Payment links section, then return to the QR code form.

After completing the fields, click Create QR code. Perno will generate the QR code and open its details page.

3. Download, print or share the QR code

The details page shows a preview of the QR code, the text Scan to pay and the payment amount.

You can use the following options:

• Download SVG — download the QR code in SVG format.

• Print — print the QR code with the “Scan to pay” instruction and the amount.

• Address below the QR code name — copy it and share it with the customer.

• View payment link — open the associated payment link.

You can display the printout at the checkout, reception, on a table or stand, or anywhere else customers make payments.

4. How does the customer pay after scanning the QR code?

1. The customer scans the QR code with their phone.

2. Perno records the scan and redirects the customer to the associated payment page.

3. The customer selects an available payment method and pays.

4. The payment is processed according to the payment link configuration in Perno Orchestration.

5. The resulting transaction is associated with the payment link.

By default, Perno Orchestration selects the appropriate payment provider. If the payment configuration specifies a particular merchant account, that setting is used for the payment.

5. Check scans and transactions

On the QR code details page, the QR code data section contains:

• Status — the QR code status, e.g. Active.

• Created — the creation date.

• Scans — the number of scans.

• Last scanned — the date of the last scan.

Scanning a QR code does not mean a payment has been completed. To check transactions, go to the Payment links section and open the associated link’s details.

6. One-time and repeat payments

How the QR code can be used depends on the associated payment link settings:

• Single-use link — select this when the payment is intended for one transaction, such as paying for a specific order.

• Reusable link — select this when multiple customers should pay using the same QR code, such as at an event or service point.

Before printing a QR code for repeated use, make sure the selected link supports this type of payment.

7. Manage QR codes

The QR code payments section lists the QR codes you have created, together with their associated links, amounts, scan counts and status. To find a specific QR code, use the Search QR codes field and the Search button.

Click the three-dot menu in the Actions column, then select:

• View — to open the QR code details.

• Edit — to edit the QR code.

The details page also includes the Edit and Delete buttons.

If the QR code has already been printed or shared, changing or disabling its associated payment link may affect whether the QR code can still be used.

8. Where can you use QR code payments?

QR codes can be used to accept payments for:

• event admission;

• lessons, classes and appointments;

• services provided at the customer’s premises;

• tips and donations;

• invoices and individual payment requests;

• purchases at physical stands;

• registration and participation.