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Free Online QR Code Generator & Scanner

Create highly customizable QR codes with custom colors and logos, or scan any QR code instantly via webcam or image upload. Privacy-first, 100% local.

100% Local Processing: Your data never leaves your browser.

How to use

  1. Select either the 'Generator' or 'Scanner' tab at the top of the tool.
  2. In the Generator tab, choose your content type (e.g., URL, Wi-Fi, Text) and fill in the fields.
  3. Customize the QR code styling by selecting colors or uploading a center logo.
  4. Download your customized QR code in PNG or SVG format, or copy it directly to your clipboard.
  5. In the Scanner tab, grant camera permission to scan a physical QR code, or upload an image file containing a QR code.

About Free Online QR Code Generator & Scanner

The Smart QR Code Generator & Scanner is a comprehensive, privacy-first utility designed to help you create, customize, and read QR codes with absolute ease. Whether you need to generate a branded QR code for your marketing campaign or scan a code from a physical product, this tool runs entirely inside your browser's memory, ensuring that no sensitive data ever leaves your device.

For creators and marketers, our custom generator supports various payload types: URLs, simple text, Wi-Fi configuration profiles, email forms, and WhatsApp contact templates. You can customize the styling by choosing custom colors for the body and eye modules, and even upload a custom center logo. High error correction configuration ensures that your QR codes remain fully functional and scan-able even when stylized or partially obscured by logos.

For scanning, the tool offers seamless camera access to scan physical codes via webcam, or the option to upload/drag-and-drop code images. The reader instantly parses the encoded data, checks links for security, and displays structured information accordingly.

Real-World Use Cases

No-Subscription Marketing

Generate permanent QR codes for menus, flyers, and business cards that never expire and do not require any paid subscription.

Secure Contactless Sharing

Create Wi-Fi network sharing QR codes or WhatsApp message templates to streamline connection and contact saving.

Private Offline QR Scanning

Read QR code content securely without uploading pictures or web requests to external servers, protecting your private information.

Best Practices & Tips

Ensure there is high contrast between the background and foreground colors to maintain scan-ability. When using a center logo, set the error correction level to High (H) to ensure scanning devices can decode the QR code around the image.

Frequently Asked Questions

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