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QR Code Scanner

Scan using your device camera, upload an image file, or paste from clipboard

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QR Code Scanner

Scan continuously via camera, upload image files, or paste images from clipboard (Ctrl+V)

Drop QR code image here or click to browse

Supports PNG, JPEG, WEBP, and SVG • Or paste screenshot (Ctrl+V)

Fast, Free & Private QR Code Reader

Our free online QR code scanner allows you to decode QR codes directly in your browser without downloading apps or creating accounts. Whether you are scanning a Wi-Fi QR code, a website URL, or a contact card, our tool detects and parses the data in real time.

100% Client-Side Privacy: Your camera feed and uploaded images never leave your device. All scanning, image processing, and decoding algorithms run entirely in your local browser using WebAssembly and pure JavaScript.

Key Features

  • Multiple Scan Methods: Scan live via webcam/camera, drag-and-drop image files, or paste images straight from your clipboard (Ctrl+V).
  • Smart Auto-Detection: Instantly parses Wi-Fi networks (with 1-click password copy), vCards, calendar events, URLs, emails, and SMS.
  • Seamless Generator Integration: Want to tweak or restyle a scanned code? Transfer the decoded content directly into our QR Code Generator with one click.
  • Cross-Platform: Works on desktop, mobile (iOS and Android), tablets, and laptops across all modern browsers.

How to Scan a QR Code

  1. Camera Scan: Click "Start Camera", grant camera permissions, and point your device at any QR code.
  2. Image File: Drag and drop any PNG, JPEG, WEBP, or SVG file into the dropzone.
  3. Clipboard: Take a screenshot or copy an image, then press Ctrl+V anywhere on the page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my camera feed recorded or stored?

No. The camera stream is processed frame-by-frame entirely inside your browser. No video, images, or decoded data are ever sent to any remote server.

Which image formats can I upload?

We support PNG, JPEG, JPG, WEBP, GIF, and vector SVG images with automatic high-contrast inversion algorithms.

Can I edit a scanned code?

Yes! After scanning, click "Customize in Generator" to pre-fill the data into our styling suite where you can change colors, shapes, frames, and logos.