QR Code Generator

A QR code (Quick Response code) is a two-dimensional barcode that can store various types of data including URLs, text, contact information, Wi-Fi credentials, and more. QR codes can be scanned by smartphone cameras and QR reader applications, making them an incredibly versatile tool for bridging the physical and digital worlds.

Our free online QR code generator lets you create QR codes for any text or URL input. QR codes are widely used in marketing materials, business cards, restaurant menus, event tickets, product packaging, and contactless payment systems. They provide a fast, convenient way for users to access information without typing long URLs or text.

QR codes were invented in 1994 by the Japanese company Denso Wave for tracking automotive parts, but have since become ubiquitous worldwide. Modern QR codes can store up to 4,296 alphanumeric characters and include built-in error correction, meaning they can still be read even when partially damaged or obscured.

This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your data is processed locally and never sent to any external server, making it safe for generating QR codes containing sensitive information like private URLs or Wi-Fi passwords.

1. Enter your content — Type or paste the text, URL, email address, phone number, or Wi-Fi credentials you want to encode.
2. Click Generate — Press the Generate QR Code button to create your QR code.
3. Scan or download — Use a smartphone camera or QR reader app to scan the generated code, or download it for use in your materials.
4. Test your QR code — Always scan your QR code with a phone to verify it works correctly before distributing it.
5. Clear and start over — Click Clear to reset the tool and generate a new QR code with different content.