Free QR Code Generator

Make a QR code for a website, Wi-Fi network or message. The codes are static, so they never expire and there's no account to create.

Keep strong contrast between the code and background so phone cameras can read it.

How to use this tool

  1. Choose what the code should hold: a link, text, Wi-Fi login or phone number.
  2. Fill in the details and pick a size and colours.
  3. Download the PNG and test it with your phone camera before printing.

Static codes that never expire

Many QR code sites create "dynamic" codes that send people through their own servers and stop working when a free trial ends. The codes made here are static: the link or text is stored inside the pattern itself, so the code works for as long as the destination exists. There is no tracking and no sign-up.

Wi-Fi QR codes

Guests can join your network by pointing their camera at the code, without typing a long password. This is popular in cafés, offices, Airbnb rentals and clinics. Most iPhones and Android phones support it in the built-in camera app.

Printing tips

Print at least 2 cm (about 0.8 inch) wide for close scanning, and larger for posters viewed from a distance. Dark code on a light background works best. Leave a clear margin around the code, and always scan a printed test copy before ordering hundreds of flyers.

Frequently asked questions

Do these QR codes expire?

No. They are static codes with the data built in, so they keep working indefinitely.

Can I make a QR code for Wi-Fi?

Yes. Choose Wi-Fi, enter the network name, password and security type, and download the code.

Is it free for business use?

Yes. You can use the codes on menus, packaging, flyers and business cards at no cost.

Why won't my QR code scan?

Usually the colours are too similar, the print is too small or the margin is cut off. Use dark on light and print larger.

Sources and references

  1. ISO/IEC 18004: QR Code bar code symbology specification
  2. DENSO WAVE: QR Code essentials

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