QR Code Scanner — Scan Instantly Free

Scan QR codes with your camera or upload an image containing a QR code. Reads all QR formats. No app needed.

How to Scan a QR Code

Use your camera by clicking Start Camera and pointing it at a QR code, or upload an image file containing a QR code. The result appears instantly with a clickable link if the QR contains a URL.

Works on All Devices

Fully compatible with iPhone, Android, iPad, and desktop browsers. Camera scanning uses your device's rear camera for best results.

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About QR Scanner

Scan QR codes directly from your camera or decode QR codes from uploaded images — no app needed, no installation. Works on iPhone, Android, and desktop browsers. Great for retrieving URLs, WiFi passwords, contact info, or any data embedded in a QR.

QR scanning uses jsQR running locally in your browser. Neither camera frames nor uploaded images leave your device.

How to Use — Step by Step

1

Choose Method

Select "Use Camera" for live scanning or "Upload Image" for a saved QR code image.

2

Scan or Upload

Point your camera at the QR code or upload the image file.

3

Read Result

The decoded data appears instantly — URL, text, contact info, etc.

4

Act on Result

Click links, copy text, or save contact info.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can it scan QR codes from screenshots?

Yes — upload any screenshot or image containing a QR code.

Does it require camera permission?

Yes — for live camera scanning, browser camera access is needed. Upload mode works without camera permission.

Can it scan damaged or partially covered QR codes?

Depends on error correction level — QR codes with H-level correction can recover from up to 30% damage.

Does it decode WiFi QR codes?

Yes — the decoded SSID and password are displayed and can be copied.

Can I scan multiple QR codes from one image?

Currently, one QR code per scan. For images with multiple QR codes, crop each code separately.

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