QR Code Generator

Generate downloadable QR codes from text or URLs.

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Enter text or URL to create a QR code
About QR Codes
Learn about QR codes and their uses

What are QR Codes?

QR (Quick Response) codes are two-dimensional barcodes that can store information in both horizontal and vertical patterns. They can be quickly read by smartphones and other devices.

Common Uses

  • Website URLs
  • Contact information (vCards)
  • Wi-Fi network credentials
  • Product information
  • Marketing and advertising

Best Practices

  • Keep URLs short for better scan reliability
  • Test QR codes before publishing
  • Include sufficient margin around the code
  • Ensure good contrast for better scanning
  • Consider the scanning environment

Frequently Asked Questions

How much data can a QR code hold?

A single QR code holds up to 3KB of text (7,089 numeric characters or 4,296 alphanumeric). For best scan rates keep URLs under 200 characters.

Are QR codes permanent?

Static QR codes (like this tool generates) are permanent. Dynamic QR codes (paid services) let you update the destination URL.

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