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QR Code Reader & Scanner

Decode any QR code from an image — instantly and privately in your browser.

QR Code Reader / Decoder

Upload a QR code image to instantly decode its contents. Supports URLs, contacts, Wi-Fi, and more.

Upload QR Code Image

or drag and drop

PNG, JPEG, WebP, GIF, or SVG (max 5MB)

Supported QR Code Types
  • Website URLs
  • Contact cards (vCard)
  • Wi-Fi network credentials
  • Email addresses, phone numbers, SMS
  • Geographic coordinates
  • Plain text and custom data

Decoded QR Code Contents

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Free Online QR Code Reader

Our free QR code reader lets you decode any QR code from an image file instantly. Unlike phone-based QR scanners, this tool works directly in your browser — no app download required. Simply upload a screenshot, photo, or saved QR code image to reveal its contents.

How It Works

  1. Upload your image — Drag and drop or click to select a file containing a QR code.
  2. Instant decoding — The tool analyzes your image and extracts the QR code data in milliseconds.
  3. View and use the results — See the decoded content with smart formatting for URLs, contacts, Wi-Fi, and more.

Complete Privacy

All decoding happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your images are never uploaded to any server. No data is stored, tracked, or transmitted — making this one of the most private QR code readers available.

Supported QR Code Types

  • URLs / Websites — Clickable links to any website
  • Wi-Fi Credentials — Network name, password, and security type
  • Contact Cards (vCard) — Name, phone, email, and address information
  • Email Addresses — mailto: links with optional subject and body
  • Phone Numbers — Tap-to-call phone links
  • SMS Messages — Pre-formatted text messages
  • Geographic Coordinates — Location pins on a map
  • Plain Text — Any text content encoded in a QR code

Tips for Best Results

  • Use a clear, high-resolution image (at least 200×200 pixels)
  • Ensure the full QR code is visible with the quiet zone (white border)
  • Good contrast between the QR code and background improves detection
  • Avoid images with strong perspective distortion or blur

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I read a QR code from an image on my computer?
Upload the image containing the QR code to our free online QR code reader. Simply drag and drop or click to select a PNG, JPEG, WebP, GIF, or SVG image. The tool will instantly decode and display the QR code contents.
What types of QR codes can this reader decode?
Our QR code reader can decode all standard QR code types including website URLs, Wi-Fi network credentials, contact cards (vCard), email addresses, phone numbers, SMS messages, geographic coordinates, and plain text content.
Is my QR code data private when using this reader?
Yes, your data is completely private. All QR code decoding happens directly in your browser using JavaScript — your image is never uploaded to any server. No data is stored or transmitted.
Why can't the reader detect my QR code?
Common reasons include: the image is too blurry or low-resolution, the QR code is partially obscured or cropped, lighting is poor, or the image has strong distortion. Try uploading a clearer image with the full QR code visible and good contrast.
What image formats are supported?
The QR code reader supports PNG, JPEG, WebP, GIF, and SVG image formats. For best results, use a PNG or JPEG image with at least 200×200 pixels and clear contrast between the QR code and its background.