Generate QR codes for any text or URL
Generate QR codes for URLs, text, email, phone numbers, and more. Download as PNG or SVG. Free online QR code maker with customizable size and colors.
Enter the content you want to encode in the QR code. This can be a URL, plain text, email address, phone number, Wi-Fi credentials, or any other text-based information up to several thousand characters.
Customize the appearance by adjusting the size, selecting colors for the foreground and background, and choosing the error correction level. Higher error correction makes the QR code more resilient to damage but slightly larger.
Preview the generated QR code in real time as you type and adjust settings. The preview updates instantly so you can see exactly how the final code will look.
Test the QR code by scanning it with your phone's camera or a QR scanner app to verify it contains the correct information before sharing or printing.
Download the QR code as a PNG image for digital use or as SVG for print materials. SVG format is recommended for print because it scales to any size without losing quality.
QR codes bridge the physical and digital worlds, allowing customers to instantly access your website, product information, payment links, or contact details by simply scanning a code with their smartphone camera.
Modern smartphones have built-in QR code scanners in their default camera apps, making QR codes universally accessible without requiring any special app installation. This technology reaches billions of potential users worldwide.
Business cards, restaurant menus, product packaging, event tickets, promotional materials, and real estate listings all benefit from QR codes that link to detailed information, interactive content, or direct action like calling a phone number.
The tool runs entirely in your browser, meaning your URLs, contact information, and Wi-Fi passwords are never sent to or stored on any server. Your data remains completely private throughout the generation process.
Generate QR codes for free without watermarks, usage limits, or quality restrictions. Every generated code is production-ready for both digital and print applications.
Use Medium or High error correction level when the QR code will be printed on materials that might get damaged, folded, or partially obscured. Low error correction is fine for digital-only use.
For print materials, download the SVG format which scales perfectly to any size. PNG works well for digital use like websites, emails, and social media posts.
Always test your QR code on multiple devices before mass-printing. Scan it with at least two different phones to ensure compatibility and correct content.
When linking to a URL, use a short URL or redirect service so you can update the destination later without reprinting the QR code.
Maintain sufficient contrast between the foreground and background colors. Dark codes on light backgrounds scan most reliably across all devices.
QR codes can encode various types of content including website URLs, plain text, email addresses (with subject and body), phone numbers, SMS messages, Wi-Fi network credentials, geographic coordinates, calendar events, and vCard contact information. The maximum capacity depends on the data type: approximately 7,000 numeric characters, 4,300 alphanumeric characters, or 3,000 bytes of binary data.
Yes, this tool is completely free with no watermarks, no usage limits, and no account required. Every QR code you generate is production-ready and can be used commercially without any restrictions. The tool runs entirely in your browser, so there are no server costs that would necessitate limiting usage.
Error correction allows a QR code to remain scannable even when partially damaged or obscured. There are four levels: Low (7% recovery), Medium (15% recovery), Quartile (25% recovery), and High (30% recovery). Use Medium for most purposes. Choose High when printing on materials that may get scratched, folded, or stained. Low is sufficient for clean digital displays where damage is unlikely.
PNG is a raster (pixel-based) format ideal for digital use on websites, emails, social media, and presentations. SVG is a vector format that scales to any size without losing quality, making it perfect for print materials like business cards, posters, banners, and product packaging. For professional print work, always use SVG.
The minimum recommended print size for a QR code is approximately 2cm x 2cm (about 0.8 x 0.8 inches) for close-range scanning with a smartphone. For scanning from greater distances (like posters or signage), the QR code should be larger. A general rule is that the QR code width should be at least one-tenth of the expected scanning distance.
Static QR codes like the ones generated by this tool never expire. The data is encoded directly into the code pattern and remains readable indefinitely, as long as the physical code is not damaged beyond its error correction capability. However, if the QR code links to a URL, the content at that URL may change or become unavailable independently of the QR code itself.
Yes, you can customize both the foreground (the dark modules) and background colors. However, it is important to maintain sufficient contrast between them for reliable scanning. Dark foreground on a light background works best. Avoid very light colors for the foreground or very dark colors for the background, as this can prevent scanners from recognizing the code.