Create a QR code

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Free QR Code Generator — Create QR Codes Online in Seconds

Turn any URL, WiFi network, vCard, WhatsApp chat, event, location or social profile into a scannable QR code. Customize colors, gradients, shapes and frames, add your logo and download as PNG, JPEG, WebP, SVG or PDF — no account, no watermark, and everything is generated right in your browser.

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Free QR code generator

Create your QR code in seconds

Pick a type, enter your content and download your code. The QR code updates live as you type — and because everything runs in your browser, nothing is ever uploaded.

Create a QR code for a URL that opens any website when scanned.

https:// is added automatically if you leave it out.

Customize

300px
16px
Error correction
Colors
QR color
Background
QR fill
Background

Tip: for reliable scanning, the QR color must be clearly darker than the background.

Dot style

Dot shapes change the modules of the code. Square is the most reliable; the rest are for brand flair.

Corner eyes

Wrap the code in a branded frame — ideal for menus, posters and packaging.

Eleven types, one tool

Generate any type of QR code

Every code supports the same customization and download options. Pick a type to jump straight into the generator.

Customization

A QR code that looks like you

Plain black squares are fine. Branded ones scan better. Tune every detail of your code without touching a design tool.

Custom colors, gradients & shapes

Match your QR code to your logo and packaging with preset swatches, a full color picker, or linear and radial gradients for the pattern and background. Six dot styles and three corner-eye styles change the whole character of the code. We block low-contrast combinations before you can export them — a pretty QR that fails to scan helps nobody.

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Add your logo in the center

Upload a small logo and it sits neatly in the middle of the code. We recommend Q or H error correction when you add a logo — the generator flags it automatically — so every scan still lands first time.

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  • 5 download formats

    PNG and WebP for digital, JPEG for small files, SVG for razor-sharp print, and PDF for a print-ready document.

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  • Gradients & shapes

    Linear or radial gradients, six dot styles and three corner-eye styles — all baked into the downloaded file.

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  • Frames with CTA text

    Wrap your code in a branded frame with “SCAN ME” or any call-to-action for menus and posters.

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  • Error correction control

    Choose L, M, Q or H so your code survives logos, damage and tricky print surfaces.

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  • Bulk QR codes

    Paste a list and generate a whole sheet of codes — print it or export it as a PDF.

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How it works

How to create a QR code in four steps

  1. Choose a type

    Pick from eleven types — URL, text, email, phone, SMS, WiFi, vCard, WhatsApp, event, location or social.

  2. Enter your content

    Type your link, network details or contact info. The QR code renders live as you type.

  3. Customize

    Match your brand with colors, rounded corners, an error correction level and an optional center logo.

  4. Download & test

    Save as PNG, JPEG, WebP, SVG or PDF — then scan it with your phone before printing.

Static vs dynamic

Static QR codes: free, permanent and private

A static QR code stores your content directly inside the pattern. It is generated once, costs nothing, and works forever — no account, no subscription, no expiry. The trade-off? You cannot edit it after printing, and there is no scan tracking.

A dynamic QR code encodes a short redirect URL instead of your actual content. Because the destination lives on the provider’s server, you can change it later and count scans — but you pay for that flexibility, and the code dies if the service disappears.

We are a static-first tool: perfect for business cards, menus, packaging, posters and anything printed. If you need editable or trackable codes, look for a dedicated dynamic QR platform — read the full explanation first.

Aspect Static QR code Dynamic QR code
Cost Free forever Usually a monthly subscription
Content Baked into the code Stored on a redirect server
Editable after print No Yes, anytime
Expiry Never Stops if the subscription lapses
Scan tracking No Yes, with analytics dashboards
Best for Printed material that won’t change Campaigns you may want to edit or measure

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The questions people search for most — scanning codes, saving them to your phone, free generators and common mistakes.

Is this QR code generator really free?

Yes — 100% free, forever. There is no sign-up, no account, no watermark, no scan limit, and no hidden paywall. You can use the QR codes you create for personal or commercial purposes, including print, without paying anything.

How do I create a QR code?

Choose a type — URL, text, email, phone, SMS, WiFi, vCard, WhatsApp, event, location or social media — enter your content, customize colors, gradients, shapes and frames if you like, then download as PNG, JPEG, WebP, SVG or PDF. The QR code updates live as you type — there is nothing to submit and nothing to install.

What is a QR code?

A QR code (short for Quick Response code) is a two-dimensional barcode that stores information in a grid of black-and-white modules. Smartphone cameras can read it instantly — scanning a QR code can open a website, join a WiFi network, save a contact, send a message, and more.

Do I need a special app to scan QR codes?

No. Modern phones scan QR codes with the built-in camera app — iPhone (iOS 11+) and most Android phones open the camera and recognize QR codes automatically. Google Lens also works on Android.

Do I have to install a QR scanner on my phone?

No. Modern iPhones (iOS 11 and later) and most Android phones scan QR codes with the built-in camera app — just open the camera, point it at the code, and tap the notification that appears. No separate QR scanner app is needed.

How do I save a QR code to my phone?

Open the QR code in your browser and tap the download button to save it as a PNG file. On iPhone you can also long-press a QR image and choose “Save Image” to add it to your photo library; on Android, long-press and select “Download image”. The file lands in your gallery, Downloads folder or Files app.

How to make a QR code for a link?

Select the URL type, paste your link (the generator adds https:// automatically if needed), and the code appears immediately. Customize it if you want, then download as PNG, SVG or PDF. Scanning the code opens the link in the phone’s browser.

Is there a 100% free QR code generator?

Yes — Quick QR Generator is completely free. There are no trials, credits or premium tiers: every feature, from logo uploads to SVG and PDF downloads, is free for everyone. The codes you create never expire and are yours to keep.

What's the best free QR code generator app?

For most people the best “app” is a website, because nothing needs to be installed. Look for a generator that is free with no watermark, supports logos and color customization, exports high-resolution PNG and SVG, and runs privately in your browser. Quick QR Generator checks all of those boxes.

How long do QR codes last?

Static QR codes — the kind this generator makes — last forever. The content is encoded directly into the pattern, so the code never expires and needs no subscription. Dynamic QR codes can stop working if their hosting service or plan lapses.

What QR code will not expire?

A static QR code will not expire. Because the data is baked permanently into the pattern at creation time, it keeps working for years with no renewal fees and no dependency on the generator’s website. This tool only creates static QR codes, so every code you download here lasts indefinitely.

What size should my QR code be?

As a rule of thumb, print at least 2–3 cm (about 1 inch) per side for standard reading distance, and scale up for posters or billboards. Keep high contrast, a quiet zone around the code, and download SVG for print (it scales without losing sharpness) or PNG at 1024–2048 px for digital use.

What are common QR code mistakes to avoid?

The most common mistakes: low-contrast colors, a missing quiet zone, a logo that covers too much of the code, printing too small, and linking to a URL that doesn’t work. Test every code with your phone camera before printing, and use error correction level Q or H when adding a logo.

More questions? Browse all FAQs or contact us.

Learn

Everything you need to know about QR codes

What is a QR code?

A QR code — short for Quick Response code — is a two-dimensional barcode that stores information in a grid of square modules. Invented in 1994 and released under a royalty-free license, it became the global standard for connecting the physical world to the digital one. When you scan a QR code with your phone camera, it can open a website, join a WiFi network, save a contact, send an email or start a text message.

Unlike the old one-dimensional barcodes on product packaging, QR codes hold hundreds of times more data and stay readable even when partially damaged, thanks to built-in Reed–Solomon error correction. That resilience is exactly what makes a free QR code generator useful: the code you download today will still scan years from now, with no renewal fees and no dependency on any company.

How to create a QR code online

Creating a QR code online takes seconds with the right tool. Open the QR generator, choose what you want to encode — a URL, text, an email, a phone number, an SMS, a WiFi network, a vCard, a WhatsApp chat, an event, a location or a social profile — fill in the details, and the code renders instantly. Customize colors, gradients, shapes and frames, add a logo if you like, and download as a PNG, JPEG, WebP, SVG or PDF file that you can use in emails, menus, posters, packaging or social media. No account, no upload, no waiting.

QR codes for WiFi and vCards

Two of the most popular uses are WiFi and vCard QR codes. A QR code for WiFi encodes your network name and password so guests connect with a single scan instead of typing a long passphrase — perfect for cafés, hotels, offices and homes. A QR code for vCard encodes your contact details as a standard vCard file, so scanning it offers to save you to the phone’s address book instantly. Both are ideal for business cards, name badges and email signatures.

Static vs dynamic QR codes

The single most important decision when planning a QR campaign is whether to use a static or a dynamic code. A static QR code bakes the content directly into the pattern: it costs nothing, never expires and cannot be changed. A dynamic QR code stores a short redirect URL instead, letting you edit the destination and track scans — but it requires a hosted service, usually a subscription, and dies if that service does. For most printed material, a static code is the right choice. See the full comparison.

PNG or SVG — which should you download?

Use SVG for anything printed: it is a vector format, so it scales to a poster or a tiny label without losing sharpness. Use PNG or WebP for digital placements like websites, emails and social posts, JPEG when you need the smallest file, and PDF for a print-ready document. Our generator exports all five, and the largest PNG export (2048 px) is plenty for most print jobs.

Are free QR code generators safe and private?

That depends on the tool. Many generators require an account and process your content on their servers — which matters if you are encoding a private WiFi password or a customer list. Quick QR Generator runs entirely in your browser: your data never leaves your device, there is no account to create and nothing to install. Read more about our privacy policy and what we stand for.

About this tool

About this free QR code generator

Quick QR Generator is a completely free QR code generator that runs entirely in your browser. Whether you need an online QR code generator for a website link, a QR code maker for a business card, or a QR code creator for a restaurant menu, this tool lets you create a QR code in seconds — no account, no sign-up, no watermark and no scan limits. If you have ever wondered how to create a QR code, you are already in the right place: everything you need lives on this page.

To make a QR code, start with the generator above. Choose one of eleven content types — URL, text, email, phone, SMS, WiFi, vCard, WhatsApp, event, location or social profile — and enter your content. The QR code renders live as you type, so you can generate a QR code online and see exactly what you will get before you download a single pixel. To generate a QR code for a URL, paste your link into the URL type; to create a QR code for WiFi, add your network name and password; and to make a QR code that opens a chat, use the WhatsApp type. Every type is also one click away in the cards above.

This QR code generator with logo support lets you brand every code before you export it. Upload your logo and it sits neatly in the centre; pick a preset swatch or a full colour picker for the pattern and background, apply linear or radial gradients, switch between six dot styles and three corner-eye styles, and wrap the code in a branded frame with your own call-to-action such as “SCAN ME”. Low-contrast combinations are blocked automatically, and the generator nudges you towards Q or H error correction whenever you add a logo, so your codes stay scannable first time, every time.

When the design is right, you can generate a QR code free in any of five download formats: PNG and WebP for digital use, JPEG for the smallest file sizes, SVG for razor-sharp vector print, and PDF for a print-ready document. Unlike many free QR code generators, we never shrink your exports, never stamp a watermark over your codes, and never cap how many you can create.

This is a free online QR code generator in the truest sense: free forever, for personal and commercial use alike. There is no trial that expires, no credits to run out, and no paywall hiding the useful options. Every code you create here is a static QR code — the content is baked permanently into the pattern, so it never expires and never depends on a subscription. Print it, laminate it or ship it; it will still scan years from now.

Privacy is the reason this tool exists. Because QR generation happens locally on your device, your URLs, WiFi passwords, contact details and messages never touch a server — there is nothing to upload, store or sell. That makes this QR code generator one of the few you can use with confidence for sensitive content, such as home WiFi credentials or internal documents.

People use Quick QR Generator for menus, business cards, packaging, product labels, event tickets, posters, email signatures and social media. If you need many codes at once, open the bulk QR code generator and paste a list to download a printable sheet or PDF. Explore the full feature list, browse the FAQ, or start creating your QR code at the top of this page — it is free, fast and private.

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