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QR Code Scanner

Scan QR Code

An online QR code scanner and reader, no app needed. If your phone or computer has a camera, scan with the camera; if the QR code is in a screenshot or photo, upload the image, drag it in or paste a screenshot to decode it.

  • Two ways to scan: camera or image. Phones start on the camera, computers on the image tab; switch at the top.
  • Barcodes too: besides QR codes, it reads product barcodes (EAN-13, UPC), Code 128, Code 39 and other common 1D barcodes.
  • Safe and private: images and camera frames are processed in your browser and never uploaded, and links are never opened automatically.

How to use the QR code scanner​

Scan with the camera​

  1. Choose Scan with camera and press Start scanning. The first time, your browser asks for camera permission; tap “Allow”.
  2. Point the camera at the QR code or barcode. When it is read, scanning stops and the result appears. Phones use the back camera first; if you have more than one camera, you can switch next to the button.
  3. To scan the next one, press Scan again.

Scan from an image​

  1. Choose Scan an image, then press Choose an image or drag an image into the box.
  2. On a computer you can take a screenshot and paste it with Ctrl+V (⌘+V on a Mac), no need to save a file.
  3. Images must be under 10 MB. If no code is found you will see a message; try a sharper image or crop it around the code.

Reading the result​

  • Links are shown, not opened. Check the domain first, then press “Open link”.
  • Wi-Fi codes show the network name, password and security type instead of the raw WIFI:T:WPA;S:… text.
  • Phone, SMS and email codes are split into number, message, recipient and subject; you can call or send an email directly.
  • Text and barcodes show the raw content, and barcodes show their type (for example EAN-13).
  • Every result has a Copy button.

How to scan a QR code on your phone without an app​

Most phones can already scan QR codes without installing anything:

  • iPhone: open the built-in Camera app and point it at the code, then tap the banner or link that appears. You can also add “Code Scanner” to Control Center.
  • Android: most camera apps scan QR codes directly; otherwise use Google Lens.
  • This page: use it when you want to check the content before opening anything, or to read a QR code inside a screenshot.

How to scan a QR code on a computer​

Most computers have no camera, so the easiest way is to take a screenshot and paste it:

  1. Capture the QR code on screen: Windows Win + Shift + S, Mac ⌘ + Shift + 4.
  2. Go to the image tab on this page and press Ctrl+V (⌘+V on a Mac) to paste; the content appears right away.

Watch out for QR code scams​

You can’t see where a QR code leads, and scammers take advantage of that, for example by sticking fake QR codes on parking meters and posters, or sending messages that pretend to be a bank or delivery company and ask you to scan and pay. When you scan:

  1. Check the address before opening it: make sure the domain is the official site and watch for look-alike spellings.
  2. Never enter passwords, card numbers or verification codes on a page opened from a QR code; pay through the official app or type the address yourself.
  3. Be extra careful with physical QR codes that look like stickers placed on top of something else.

This scanner only shows links and never opens them automatically, so you can check first.

QR code won’t scan?​

  1. Light and glare: too dark or a reflective screen makes codes hard to read; change the angle or turn up the brightness.
  2. Distance and focus: too close is out of focus, too far makes the code tiny; fill about half the frame with it.
  3. Small or blurry images: use the original image, not a thumbnail, or crop it to the code.
  4. Damaged or covered codes: missing corners, a big logo or low contrast can make a code unreadable.
  5. Camera permission denied: allow the camera in your browser’s site settings, or scan an image instead.

Supported codes​

QR Code, Data Matrix, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, ITF

Need to make a QR code?​

Use the QR Code Generator: enter a link, text or Wi-Fi details to create a QR code, add a logo, change colors and download PNG or SVG. Static codes never expire.

Frequently asked questions​

Do I need an app to scan a QR code?​

No. This is an online QR code scanner: open it in your browser to scan with the camera, or upload an image or paste a screenshot to decode it.

Are my images uploaded to a server?​

No. Images and camera frames are processed in your browser and are never sent to any server.

No. Links are only shown. Check that the address is the site you expect before pressing “Open link”; this helps you avoid QR code scams.

How do I scan a QR code on a computer without a camera?​

Switch to the image tab and upload an image with the QR code, or take a screenshot (Windows Win + Shift + S, Mac ⌘ + Shift + 4) and paste it with Ctrl+V.

Can it scan regular barcodes?​

Yes. Besides QR codes it reads EAN-13, EAN-8 and UPC product barcodes, plus Code 128, Code 39, ITF and other common 1D barcodes.

Why does it ask for camera permission, and what if I denied it?​

Your browser needs your consent to use the camera for scanning; frames are processed on your device and never recorded or uploaded. If you denied it, allow the camera in your browser’s site settings, or use the image tab instead.