Free QR Code Scanner

You have a QR code in a photo, a screenshot, a poster or a PDF, and you need to know what it says — without installing yet another app on your phone. This free QR code scanner reads QR codes from an uploaded image or straight from your camera, right in your browser. It works with any QR code: website links, WiFi passwords, WhatsApp chats, contact cards, payment links, event tickets and more. Just upload the image or point your camera at the code, and the decoded text or link appears in a second, ready to copy or open. The scan happens on your device, so the image never leaves your browser, and there is no sign-up, no download and no limit on how many codes you scan.

How to use the QR Code Scanner

1. Upload a photo or screenshot containing the QR code, or allow camera access to scan live.
2. Wait a second while the tool reads the code.
3. Copy the decoded text or tap the link to open it.

Why use this tool

• Reads QR codes from photos, screenshots and your camera — no app to install.
• Works with any QR code: links, WiFi, WhatsApp, contacts, payments and tickets.
• Private — the image is scanned on your device and never uploaded.
• Free and unlimited, with no sign-up.

Frequently asked questions

Can I scan a QR code from a screenshot?

Yes. Upload the screenshot and the tool reads any QR code inside it, even if the code is small.

Does the scanner need my camera?

Only if you choose live scanning. You can also upload a photo instead, which needs no camera permission at all.

What happens after the code is scanned?

The decoded text or link is shown on the page. If it is a link, you can tap it to open it, or copy it to use later.

Is the image I upload saved anywhere?

No. Scanning happens in your browser, so the image never leaves your device.

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