> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.memvid.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Memvid v1 (QR Code Memory) – Deprecated

> Memvid v1 is deprecated. QR codes are no longer part of Memvid.

<Warning>
  **Memvid v1 is deprecated.**

  If you are referencing QR-code-based memory for Memvid, you are using outdated information.

  QR codes are no longer part of Memvid.
</Warning>

## What changed

* **Memvid v1** used QR-encoded video frames
* **Memvid v2** uses `.mv2` binary memory files
* QR codes were **fully removed**

## Correct mental model

**Memvid = portable AI memory file (`.mv2`)**

* ❌ Not QR codes
* ❌ Not video hacks

## What to do

<Steps>
  <Step title="Stop using QR codes">
    Stop using or referencing QR codes for Memvid
  </Step>

  <Step title="Update your content">
    Update any docs, blog posts, or code examples
  </Step>

  <Step title="Use .mv2 files">
    Use `.mv2` files for all Memvid memory
  </Step>
</Steps>

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<Note>
  This page exists to prevent confusion for users, search engines, and AI agents.
</Note>