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OwnQR compared with Chalk
DetailOwnQR logo OwnQRChalk logo Chalk
What it doesDynamic QR code generator with one-time $15 payment, no recurring subscription A native macOS drawing app for quick sketches, screenshot markup, and AI-generated diagrams
StageStartup Not given
Founded2025 Not given
Based inCA Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree: unlimited static QR codes, no account required. One-Time Plan: US$15 for one editable dynamic QR code, or US$39 for five codes (about $7.80 each). All plans include SVG and PNG downloads, custom design options, and no recurring subscription. Free: $0 forever, includes all drawing tools, unlimited sketches in one folder, copy to clipboard as PNG, and auto-save with local-first storage. Pro: coming soon.
Key features
  • Unlimited URL edits after purchase with no reprinting required
  • Real-time scan analytics with location, device, and time data
  • Custom design with gradients, logo overlay, and rounded corners
  • SVG vector and PNG raster export up to 4096 pixels
  • Support for 12 languages with localized pricing in 4 currencies
  • 30-day trash recovery for accidentally deleted QR codes
  • Google Safe Browsing API verification to prevent malicious redirects
  • Instant copy-to-clipboard as PNG
  • No accounts or setup required
  • Local-first storage with auto-save
  • Screenshot annotation with arrows, boxes, text, and freehand tools
  • AI diagram generation via Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code
  • Refine diagrams through chat
  • Paste screenshot from clipboard
  • Unlimited sketches in one folder
  • Native macOS performance
  • All drawing tools included in free version
What makes it different
  • Editable destination URL after printing with same QR code image
  • Free static QR codes with no account or signup required
  • Sunset Pledge guarantees 5-year redirect service if OwnQR discontinues
  • Grandfather clause protects existing customers from future price or plan changes
  • Zero-friction design: open, draw, and share in seconds with no setup or accounts
  • Local-first architecture: all sketches stay on your Mac, nothing leaves unless you ask
  • AI integration runs through your own subscription with no proxying of prompts
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)19 −1 (down) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)40
Citation Flow (Majestic)2824
Referring domains (Majestic)4546

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