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QR Code Generator

📋 QR Code Types Supported
Generate QR codes for any of these content types
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URL / Website

Link to any webpage. Scan opens the URL directly in the phone's browser.

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Plain Text

Encode any text message or note. Scan displays the text.

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Email Address

Pre-fill recipient, subject, and body. Scan opens a new email draft.

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Phone Number

Scan to call or save a phone number directly to contacts.

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SMS Message

Pre-fill a phone number and message. Scan opens the SMS app ready to send.

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Wi-Fi Credentials

Share Wi-Fi network name and password. Scan connects automatically — no typing.

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vCard / Contact

Encode a full contact card (name, phone, email, address). Scan saves to contacts.

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Location / GPS

Encode latitude and longitude. Scan opens in Google Maps or Apple Maps.

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WhatsApp / Social

Open a WhatsApp chat, Facebook page, Instagram profile, or Twitter account.

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UPI Payment

Generate a UPI payment QR with amount and merchant ID for instant payment.

🚀 How to Use
Create a QR code in four simple steps
1

Select QR Type

Choose what your QR code will contain — URL, Text, Email, Phone, Wi-Fi, vCard, Location, or other types from the category menu.

2

Enter Your Content

Fill in the required fields for your chosen type. For URLs, paste the link. For Wi-Fi, enter the network name, password, and security type (WPA/WPA2).

3

Customize Appearance

Set the QR code size (pixels), foreground color, background color, error correction level, and optionally upload a logo to embed in the center.

4

Download Your QR Code

Click Generate, preview the QR code, then download as PNG (for printing and digital use), SVG (scalable vector), or PDF (for documents).

⚙️ Error Correction Levels
Choose how damage-resistant your QR code is
LevelCodeRecovery CapacityBest For
LowL~7% damage recoveryClean digital displays with no damage risk
MediumM~15% damage recoveryGeneral purpose, most common choice
QuartileQ~25% damage recoveryIndustrial or outdoor use, some wear expected
HighH~30% damage recoveryQR codes with logo overlays or printed on rough surfaces
💡 Use Cases
Where QR codes make life easier
🍽️

Restaurant Menus

Replace physical menus with a QR code that links to a digital menu online.

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Product Packaging

Link to product instructions, warranty registration, or promotional offers.

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Guest Wi-Fi

Share Wi-Fi access at events or offices without revealing the password verbally.

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Business Cards

Add a QR code to your business card that saves your full contact details instantly.

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Marketing Posters

Link print ads and posters to landing pages, videos, or special offers.

🎟️

Event Tickets

Generate unique QR codes for event check-in and ticket validation.

✨ Pro Tips
🖨️

Print Size Matters

For print use, generate at minimum 300×300px and always test scanning at the final printed size. QR codes smaller than 2cm × 2cm may not scan reliably.

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Color Contrast

Always keep the QR code dark on a light background (or vice versa). Avoid low-contrast color combinations — the scanner needs clear contrast to read it reliably.

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Use Short URLs

Shorter URLs create simpler QR codes with fewer modules — easier to scan. Use a URL shortener (bit.ly, tinyurl) before encoding long web addresses.

Always Test Before Printing

Scan your QR code with at least two different phones before mass printing. Check that it opens the correct URL or content every time.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do QR codes expire? +
Static QR codes (generated with a fixed URL or content) never expire — they will work forever as long as the destination URL remains active. Some QR code services offer "dynamic" QR codes where you can change the destination URL after printing, but these require a subscription and the QR code stops working if the subscription lapses.
Can I put a logo in the middle of a QR code? +
Yes! QR codes are designed with built-in error correction that allows up to 30% of the code to be obscured (use Level H error correction for logos). Upload your logo image and the generator will embed it in the center. Always test scanning after adding a logo to ensure it still reads correctly.
What format should I download — PNG or SVG? +
Use SVG for professional print work — it's infinitely scalable with no pixelation at any size. Use PNG for web use, email, and digital documents. For very large format printing (banners, billboards), always use SVG to maintain perfect sharpness.
How much data can a QR code hold? +
A QR code can hold up to 4,296 alphanumeric characters or 7,089 numeric characters. The more data you encode, the denser and more complex the QR code becomes, making it slightly harder to scan. For best results, keep encoded content as short as possible.
Is a QR code safe to scan? +
A QR code itself is just data — scanning it is safe. However, be cautious about what the QR code opens. Malicious QR codes can link to phishing websites. Always check the URL preview before tapping "Open" on your phone. Never scan QR codes from unknown or suspicious sources.
Can I edit a QR code after generating it? +
Static QR codes cannot be edited after generation — the content is encoded permanently. If you need to change the destination (e.g. point to a new URL without reprinting), use a dynamic QR code service that allows you to update the target URL through a dashboard while keeping the same printed QR code.
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