QR Code Generator
Type a link or text and get a QR code instantly. Free, no sign-up.
Colors & error correction
Some cameras can’t read a light code on a dark background. Use a dark code color and a light background.
Too much text to fit in a QR code. Please shorten it (error correction L fits a little more).
Premium
With a logo, error correction is set to H (strongest).
This is a Premium feature (¥980/month). Learn more
PremiumDownload as SVG (sharp at any size), Add a logo in the center. The same Premium also unlocks extra features in our other tools. Learn more
Your text and QR codes are created in this page only and never sent anywhere. QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
How to use
- 1. Choose a typeURL / text, Wi-Fi, phone, SMS, email or contact card.
- 2. Enter the detailsThe QR code on the right updates as you type. Change colors and error correction under “Colors & error correction”.
- 3. DownloadSave as PNG or JPG, or copy the image and paste it anywhere.
Which type should I use?
| Type | When scanned | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| URL / Text | Opens a web page or shows text | Flyers, business cards, packaging |
| Wi-Fi | Joins the Wi-Fi network | Cafés, meeting rooms, guests |
| Phone | Opens the dialer | Shop fronts, printed materials |
| SMS | Opens a text message with the number and message filled in | Sign-ups, reservations |
| Opens an email with the address and subject filled in | Contact and support | |
| Contact | Saves your name, company, phone and email to contacts | Business cards, events |
Do I need a license to use QR codes?
According to DENSO WAVE, the inventor of the QR code, no application or license is needed to use QR codes that follow the JIS or ISO standards, and no licensing contract is required for commercial use either.
“QR Code” is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
Sources: QR Code FAQ (DENSO WAVE)
Tips for codes that scan reliably
The official QR code site says a QR code needs a clear margin, or “quiet zone”, four modules wide on all sides. Codes made here already include it.
When printing, keep text and images away from the code, avoid making it too small, and use a dark code on a light background.
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FAQ
Who is this tool for?
It suits shops and businesses putting a website or social link on flyers, business cards and posters, cafés, salons and offices that want to share Wi-Fi with guests, event organizers linking to a sign-up page or contact email, and anyone who wants a QR code right now without signing up or installing an app.
When is it most useful?
For example: a Wi-Fi QR code at your shop entrance or on tables, a contact QR code on your business card so people can save your details in one scan, a booking page QR code on a flyer, or an email QR code with the address and subject already filled in.
What do I gain from using it?
People no longer have to type a long URL or Wi-Fi password, so there are fewer typos. The code updates as you type, so you can make and save it in seconds. You can also change the colors to match your flyer or brand.
Is it free?
Yes. Creating and downloading QR codes is free, with no limit on how many you make and no sign-up.
Do the QR codes expire?
No. The code contains your text directly, with no redirect service in between, so it keeps working. A URL code stops being useful only if the web page itself is taken down.
Is my data sent anywhere?
No. The QR code is generated in your browser. Even Wi-Fi passwords and contact details you type are never sent anywhere.
How does a Wi-Fi QR code work?
Enter the network name (SSID), password and security type. Scanning the code with a phone camera joins the network without typing the password. Tick “Hidden network” if your network name is hidden. The password is stored inside the code, so only display it where you are happy for people to use it.
What can I put in a contact (vCard) QR code?
Last name, first name, company, job title, phone number, email and website. It is created as a vCard 3.0, so most phones offer to add it to contacts when scanned.
Will it still scan if I change the colors?
Yes, as long as the code is dark, the background is light and there is enough contrast. If the code is lighter than the background or the contrast is low, a warning appears because some cameras can't read it.
What is error correction, and which level should I use?
It is how much of the code can be dirty or damaged and still scan: L (about 7%), M (about 15%), Q (about 25%) or H (about 30%). M is the default. Higher levels make the dots smaller. Use Q or H for codes that may get dirty outdoors, and L when you want the biggest possible dots.
Can I use long text or non-English characters?
Yes. The more text you enter, the denser the code gets, and there is a maximum amount it can hold. Dense codes are harder to scan, so for long text, put it on a web page and make a QR code of the URL. Text is encoded as UTF-8, so any language works.
What formats can I download?
PNG or JPG (480 × 480 pixels). “Copy image” lets you paste it straight into documents or chats. With Premium you can also download SVG, which stays sharp at any size.
What does Premium add?
You can download QR codes as SVG, which stays sharp at any size, and add a logo in the center. Adding a logo switches error correction to H (strongest) so the code still scans. It uses the same key as Kitbench extension Premium.
Can I edit the link later or track how many people scan it?
No. The code contains your text directly, so it can't be redirected or tracked after it is made. To change what it contains, create a new code.
Can I make QR codes on my phone?
Yes. On narrow screens the input fields and the QR code are stacked in one column. The saved image is ready to print or share.
Can I use the QR codes commercially?
According to DENSO WAVE, the inventor of the QR code, no license or fee is needed to use QR codes that follow the standards, including for commercial use. “QR Code” is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
Premium
One Premium. Every upgrade, as much as you like.
- Download as SVG (sharp at any size)
- Add a logo in the center
- All paid features in every extension
- Premium features in Kitbench web tools
- Extensions we release later are included
- Monthly¥980/month
- Yearly¥9,800/year (about ¥817/month)
- Lifetime¥14,800 once
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