Free QR Code Generator
Create QR codes for free — URLs, text, Wi-Fi credentials, email, and phone numbers. No signup, no watermarks, no usage limits. Download as PNG instantly, all processed in your browser.
Why Use This Free QR Code Generator
Most QR code generators are free to try but add watermarks, limit downloads, or require account creation for full-resolution exports. This tool generates QR codes entirely in your browser with no restrictions — no account, no watermark, no daily limit, no subscription. Every QR code you create is yours to download and use however you like, instantly.
- Completely free: No signup, no subscription, no hidden limits
- No watermarks: Clean QR codes with no branding overlays
- All content types: URLs, plain text, Wi-Fi passwords, email addresses, phone numbers
- Instant PNG download: Save high-resolution QR code image with one click
- 100% private: All generation happens in your browser — your data never uploaded
Choose the Right Variant
- This page: Free QR code generation with no account or watermarks
- QR Code for URL: Generate a QR code for a website link
- QR Code for Wi-Fi: Create a scannable Wi-Fi password QR code
- QR Code for Text: Encode any plain text into a QR code
- QR Code for Email: QR code that opens a pre-filled email
Step-by-Step Tutorial
- Enter your content — a URL, Wi-Fi credentials, text message, email address, or phone number
- The QR code generates instantly as you type — no button press needed
- Choose a size if needed (larger QR codes print more clearly on physical materials)
- Click Download to save the QR code as a PNG image to your device
- Use it on business cards, posters, product packaging, menus, or digital materials
Common Free QR Code Uses
- Restaurant menus: Link to PDF menu or online ordering — no printing costs when menu changes
- Business cards: Link to LinkedIn profile, portfolio, or contact vCard
- Event flyers: Link to registration page or event details
- Wi-Fi sharing: Let guests connect to your network without sharing the password verbally
- Product packaging: Link to product manual, warranty registration, or support page
- Presentations: Add QR code to slides linking to resources or surveys
Privacy and Data Handling
QR code generation runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. The content you encode — URLs, passwords, contact details — never leaves your device and is never sent to any server. This makes it safe to encode sensitive information like Wi-Fi passwords or private URLs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do free QR codes expire?
QR codes generated by this tool are static — the encoded content (URL, text, or credentials) is stored directly in the QR code image itself, not on a server. Static QR codes never expire and work forever as long as the content they point to is valid. If you encode a URL that later returns a 404, the QR code still works mechanically — it just scans to a broken link. The QR code image itself has no expiry date and can be used indefinitely.
What is the maximum amount of text I can encode in a free QR code?
QR codes can store up to 4,296 alphanumeric characters or 2,953 bytes. The more content you encode, the denser and more complex the QR code pattern becomes, which can make it harder to scan reliably — especially when printed small. For URLs, keep them as short as possible (use a URL shortener if needed). For plain text, keep it under 300 characters for reliable scanning. Wi-Fi credentials and contact details are typically within safe limits.
What resolution should I use for printing QR codes?
For print use, QR codes should be at least 2cm × 2cm (about 0.8 inches) with a minimum resolution of 300 DPI. The PNG downloaded from this tool is a clean vector-like raster image suitable for most print uses. For large-format printing (banners, posters), scale up the image in a vector editor like Inkscape or Illustrator to avoid pixelation. Always test-scan your QR code after resizing to confirm it scans correctly before printing in bulk.