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How Does QR Code Ordering Work?

From signup to taking your first order in 20 minutes. No app download required for customers. No hardware to buy.

1

Sign Up and Create Your Account

Create your free ordd.io account in 2 minutes. No credit card required for the 7-day trial. Enter your restaurant name and basic details, and you're ready to build your menu.

  • Free 7-day trial with full features
  • No credit card required to start
  • Account created instantly
2

Build Your Digital Menu

Add your menu items with names, descriptions, prices, and photos. Set up modifiers like sizes, add-ons (extra cheese +$2), removals (no onions), and dietary notes.

  • Drag-and-drop menu builder
  • Photo upload for each item
  • Unlimited modifiers and variants
  • Categories and sections for organization

White-glove option: Send us your menu PDF and we'll digitize it within 24 hours—included free.

3

Generate QR Codes for Tables

Create unique QR codes for each table, booth, bar seat, or service area in your dashboard. Each QR code knows exactly which table or location it's assigned to.

  • Unique code for each location
  • Download and print yourself
  • Or order professional table cards
  • Codes link directly to your menu
4

Set Up Your Order Screens

Open the kitchen display system (KDS) on any tablet, screen, or computer. Orders appear here in real-time as customers place them. You can set up multiple stations for different prep areas.

  • Works on any device with a browser
  • No special hardware needed
  • Multiple screens for different stations (grill, bar, expeditor)
  • Real-time order updates
5

Start Taking Orders

Place QR codes on tables and you're live. Customers scan with their phone camera, browse your menu, place their order, and pay—all from their device. Orders appear instantly on your screens.

  • No app download for customers
  • Orders appear instantly on KDS
  • SMS alerts when orders are ready
  • Payments processed automatically

What Do Customers Experience?

The ordering flow from your customers' perspective—simple, fast, no friction.

Scan QR Code

Customer points phone camera at table QR code. Menu opens in browser—no app needed.

Browse Menu

Full menu with photos, descriptions, prices. Filter by category. See modifiers and options.

Add to Cart

Tap items to add. Customize with modifiers. Review cart before checkout.

Pay

Pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. Add tip. Get instant confirmation.

Get SMS

SMS notification when order is ready for pickup. No guessing, no shouting names.

How Long Does Setup Take?

Self-Service Setup

~20 min

Build your own menu, generate QR codes, and go live. Best if you have a simple menu or want to do it yourself.

White-Glove Setup

3-5 days

Send us your menu and we do everything. Digitization within 24 hours. Dedicated support during first service. Included free.

Staff Training

15-30 min

Quick walkthrough for your team. How to view orders, mark complete, handle issues. Most staff get it immediately.

Ready to Get Started?

Free 7-day trial. White-glove setup included. No credit card required.

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