SCAN ANY
QR CODE.
Point your camera or drop an image — we'll decode it instantly and detect what it is. Works for URLs, WiFi, vCard, WhatsApp, Spotify, and 10+ other formats.
Click start to scan.
Once we detect a QR code, the decoded contents will appear here — URL, WiFi, contact card, anything.
Live camera scan
Frames never leave your device. Works on phones and desktops with a webcam.
Image upload
Drag & drop a screenshot, photo, or downloaded QR. PNG, JPG, WebP all supported.
Public scan API
Decode QR codes programmatically via POST /api/v1/scan — perfect for automations.
Frequently asked.
Is this QR scanner free?
Yes. GenerateQR's scanner is completely free and works without an account. There are no usage limits for in-browser scanning.
Does the scanner work offline / privately?
Camera scans run 100% in your browser — frames never leave your device. Uploaded images can either be decoded locally or sent to our scan API.
What QR formats does it support?
Standard QR codes containing URLs, WiFi credentials, vCards, email, SMS, phone, WhatsApp, Spotify, YouTube, App Store, geo coordinates, calendar events, crypto addresses, and plain text.
Can I scan a QR from an image file?
Yes. Drag and drop a PNG/JPG/WebP, or click upload. The scanner decodes it instantly.
Want to generate one instead of scan?
Open the QR editor