Read QR codes online for free with our QR Code Reader. Upload a QR code image from your device or use your camera to scan it and reveal the encoded text, website URL, or other information. No additional software installation is required, and scanning happens directly in your browser.
QR Code Reader
Upload a QR code image or scan with your camera.
Supported: common image formats such as JPG, PNG and WebP.
Hold the QR code steady inside the camera view.
Scan Result
Your uploaded image is processed in your browser by this tool. Avoid scanning or opening links you do not trust.
How to Use the QR Code Reader:
- Click Upload QR Image to select a QR code image from your device.
- Alternatively, click Open Camera and allow camera access when your browser requests permission.
- Make sure the complete QR code is visible and clear.
- Wait for the scanner to read the QR code and display the decoded result.
- Click Copy Result to copy the scanned information.
- If the result contains a website URL, use Open Link to visit it directly.
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Supported Image Formats:
The QR Code Reader supports common browser-compatible image formats, including JPG, JPEG, PNG, and WebP. The maximum supported upload size is 15 MB. For the best results, use a clear image with the complete QR code visible and sufficient contrast between the code and its background.
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Why Is My QR Code Not Scanning?
- If the QR code cannot be read, try these troubleshooting steps:
- Upload a clearer, higher-quality image.
- Make sure the entire QR code is visible and not cropped.
- Avoid blurry, distorted, or very low-resolution images.
- Check that the QR code has sufficient contrast between the code and its background.
- Try another image if the first one does not scan.
- For camera scanning, use a supported browser and allow camera access when prompted. If you previously denied permission, update the camera permission in your browser settings and try again.
Is This QR Code Reader Free?
Yes, you can use this online QR Code Reader for free without installing additional software. Image scanning is processed directly in your browser, so your image isn’t uploaded to a server. An internet connection may be required to load the QR decoding library if it isn’t already cached.
Stay Safe When Scanning QR Codes:
QR codes can contain website links, plain text, and other information. Always review the decoded result before opening a link. Avoid visiting unfamiliar websites or entering personal information on websites you don’t trust.
Related Questions:
Can I scan a QR code from an image?
Yes, click Upload QR Image and select a supported image containing a readable QR code.
Do I need to allow camera access?
Camera permission is required only when you choose to scan using your camera. You can use the image upload option instead.
Can I copy the scanned result?
Yes, after the QR code is successfully scanned, click Copy Result to copy the decoded text or URL.
Can this tool read website URLs?
Yes, if a QR code contains a website URL, the tool displays the decoded result and provides an Open Link option for HTTP or HTTPS links.
This tool is designed for personal and professional use only. No text submitted through this tool is stored, shared, or retained in any form.