Scan a QR code online for free: upload an image or screenshot, paste it, or use your webcam. Works in your browser, nothing is uploaded.
Scanning happens in your browser. Your images never leave your device.
The content of your QR code will appear here.
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How to scan a QR code online
- 1Click the box above and choose a picture or screenshot that contains a QR code, or drag it onto the box.
- 2Or paste a screenshot directly with Ctrl+V (Cmd+V on Mac).
- 3Or click Use my camera and hold the QR code in front of your webcam.
- 4Read the result: links show the website first, WiFi codes show the network name and password, and text is shown in full.
How to scan a QR code with your phone
- iPhone: open the Camera app, point it at the code and tap the yellow banner.
- Android: open the Camera app or Google Lens, point it at the code and tap the link that appears.
- To scan a QR code that is already on your phone, such as a screenshot, upload it on this page from your phone's browser.
QR code scanner FAQ
Is this QR code scanner free?
Yes. It is free, with no sign-up and no limit.
Are my images uploaded?
No. The QR code is decoded in your browser. Your pictures and camera feed never leave your device.
Can I scan a QR code from a screenshot?
Yes. Upload the screenshot or paste it with Ctrl+V. This is the easiest way to read a QR code that is on your own screen.
Why can't my QR code be read?
The picture may be blurry, too small, cropped or low in contrast. Use a sharp image where the whole code is visible, with its white border.
Is it safe to open a scanned link?
Check the website address before opening it. Fake QR stickers are sometimes used for phishing, so never enter passwords or payment details on a site you don't recognize.