How to Generate a QR Code Online
A complete guide to creating custom QR codes for URLs, text, or contact info using our free QR code generator.
QR codes are everywhere — on business cards, posters, packaging, and websites. Creating one used to require paid software. With our free online QR code generator, you can create a custom QR code in under 30 seconds with no sign-up needed.
Enter Your Content
Type or paste the URL, text, phone number, or any data you want the QR code to encode. The preview updates in real time.
Customize Size and Colors
Choose the output size (128px, 256px, or 512px) and set foreground and background colors to match your brand.
Set Error Correction Level
Select L (Low), M (Medium), Q (Quartile), or H (High). Higher levels make the QR code scannable even if partially damaged — use H if you plan to add a logo.
Download Your QR Code
Click the Download button to save your QR code as a PNG file, ready to use in print or digital media.
Pro Tips
- ✓Always test your QR code with multiple scanner apps before printing
- ✓Use H (High) error correction when adding a logo overlay to the center
- ✓For print use, download at 512px or larger for crisp results at any print size
FAQ
- Are QR codes generated here free?
- Yes, all QR codes are generated for free with no watermarks and no sign-up required.
- Do the QR codes expire?
- No. The QR codes are static — once generated and downloaded, they work forever as long as the destination URL is active.
- What formats can I encode in a QR code?
- Any text, URL, phone number, email address, or other string up to the QR code's data capacity.
- Can I add my logo to the QR code?
- Yes. Upload an image in the logo section and set error correction to H (High) to ensure the QR code remains scannable.