QR Scanner & Generator

QR Scanner & Generator - Free Online Tool

This page combines a web-based QR code reader and a flexible QR code maker. You can decode QR content from uploaded images or a live camera feed—including images with more than one QR code—and you can produce new codes for everyday payloads such as website URLs, plain text, WiFi network details, email, vCard contacts, and SMS. Everything runs locally in your browser for a fast, lightweight workflow.

What does this tool do?

A QR scanner reads the black-and-white pattern in a QR image and turns it back into text or structured data (for example a URL or WiFi credentials). A QR generator does the opposite: it encodes your input into a scannable pattern you can share digitally or print. Having both in one place is useful for quick checks, marketing assets, event signage, and network setup helpers.

Key features

• Two scan modes: Upload an image (drag-and-drop or file pick) or use your device camera when supported.
• Multi-QR detection: When several codes appear in one image, the scanner can surface multiple results.
• Built-in generator: Create codes for URL, text, WiFi, email, vCard, and SMS with simple forms.
• Download PNG: Export generated codes as an image you can reuse on the web or in print.
• No account required: Open the page and start scanning or generating immediately.
• Browser-based processing: Scanning and generation rely on scripts in your browser; you do not need to install an app.

When to use it

• Reading a QR from a screenshot, flyer, or product label
• Trying a link or coupon code without typing long URLs by hand
• Making a WiFi QR guests can scan to join the network
• Sharing a vCard or simple contact block as a scannable code
• Producing quick test QR codes for apps, kiosks, or prototypes

How to use the scanner

1. Open the Scanner tab.
2. Choose Image Upload and select or drop a picture, or choose Camera and start the camera when your browser prompts you.
3. Point at the QR or wait for the image to process; open each detected result from the list to copy or follow the payload.
4. Stop the camera when you are done to free the device camera.

How to use the generator

1. Open the Generator tab.
2. Pick a type (URL, Text, WiFi, Email, VCard, or SMS) and fill in the fields.
3. Click Generate QR Code, then download the PNG if you need a file.

Tips for reliable scans

• Use a well-lit, in-focus image; avoid heavy blur or glare on the code.
• Ensure the full pattern is visible—cropped edges often prevent a read.
• For camera scanning, hold steady until the reader locks onto the code.
• Grant camera permission only on sites you trust; revoke access in browser settings when finished.

Privacy and security

Your images and generated codes are handled in the page using client-side libraries. Do not scan unknown codes from untrusted sources—they may point to phishing sites or unwanted downloads. Treat decoded content like any other link or message: verify the sender and destination before acting.

Browser support

Modern versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge generally support file-based scanning; camera access depends on HTTPS, permissions, and hardware. If the camera option is unavailable, image upload remains the most portable fallback.

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