QR Code Generator

Generate QR codes for URLs, text, and other data. This free QR code maker creates scannable codes that work with any smartphone camera.

Enter the content you want to encode in the QR code

Enter text or URL above to generate a QR code

How to Use

  1. Enter your content: Type or paste a URL, text message, phone number, or any other data you want to encode.
  2. Choose size: Select the QR code size based on your needs. Larger sizes are better for printing.
  3. Set error correction: Higher levels make the QR code more resilient to damage but also larger.
  4. Generate: Click "Generate QR Code" or just start typing - the QR code updates automatically.
  5. Download or Copy: Save the QR code as a PNG image or copy it directly to your clipboard.

What is a QR Code?

A QR code (Quick Response code) is a two-dimensional barcode invented in 1994 by Japanese company Denso Wave. Unlike traditional barcodes that can only store data horizontally, QR codes store data in both horizontal and vertical directions, allowing them to hold significantly more information.

QR codes have become ubiquitous in modern life, used for everything from website links and digital payments to restaurant menus and product information. They can be scanned instantly by any smartphone camera, making them an efficient way to share information.

Common QR Code Use Cases

  • Website Links - Direct users to your website, landing page, or social media profile
  • Business Cards - Share contact information that can be instantly saved
  • WiFi Access - Let guests connect to WiFi without typing passwords
  • Product Information - Link to manuals, specifications, or support pages
  • Event Tickets - Create scannable tickets for events and venues
  • Payments - Enable mobile payments and cryptocurrency transactions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A QR (Quick Response) code is a two-dimensional barcode that can store various types of data including URLs, text, contact information, WiFi credentials, and more. QR codes can be scanned by smartphones and QR readers to quickly access the encoded information.

  • You can encode various types of data in a QR code including: website URLs, plain text, phone numbers, email addresses, WiFi network credentials, geographic coordinates, calendar events, and contact information (vCards). Our generator supports all text-based data types.

  • Error correction allows QR codes to be read even if they are partially damaged or obscured. Level L recovers 7% of data, M recovers 15%, Q recovers 25%, and H recovers up to 30%. Higher error correction means more redundant data and larger QR codes, but better reliability.

  • The optimal size depends on how the QR code will be used. For screen display, 256x256 pixels is usually sufficient. For printing, use 512x512 or larger to ensure clarity. The minimum scannable size is typically about 2x2 cm (0.8x0.8 inches) when printed.

  • No, the QR codes are generated entirely in your browser. No data is sent to any server, and we don't store or track the content of your QR codes. Your privacy is fully protected.

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