What is QR Code?
A QR code (Quick Response code) is a two-dimensional barcode that can store URLs, text, contact information, Wi-Fi credentials and more. It is scanned by smartphone cameras and is widely used in marketing, payments and contactless interactions.
Common Uses for QR Code
- Website and landing page links
- Digital business cards (vCard)
- Restaurant menus and Wi-Fi login
- Product packaging linking to manuals
Frequently Asked Questions
What can a QR code contain?
A QR code can store URLs, plain text, contact cards (vCard), Wi-Fi credentials, phone numbers and more - up to about 3KB of data.
Are QR codes free to generate?
Yes, QR codes are an open standard and free to generate. This tool creates them locally in your browser with no watermark.
Can I batch generate QR codes?
Yes, paste a list of URLs or text values and this tool generates the whole batch for printing.
Do QR codes expire?
Static QR codes (which encode data directly) never expire. Only dynamic QR services (which redirect via a URL) can expire.