QR Code Scanner

Point your camera at a QR code, or upload a photo or screenshot that contains one, and see what it says before you open anything. No app needed.

Runs in your browser. Your files never leave your device.

1. Scan a QR code

Or drop or paste a screenshot here. You can also drop or paste files here.

QR code scanner: how to use it

1Tap Scan with camera and allow camera access, or upload a photo or screenshot.
2Hold the code inside the frame until it's read.
3Copy the text, open the link or see the Wi-Fi password.

Scanning from a screenshot

A QR code on your own screen, in a WhatsApp image, an email or a PDF, can't be scanned with the same phone's camera. Take a screenshot and upload it here instead. You can also paste it directly.

Wi-Fi QR codes are decoded into the network name and password, which is handy for connecting a laptop or reading the password out to someone.

Stay safe with QR codes

Scammers sometimes stick fake QR codes over real ones on parking meters, posters and restaurant tables. This scanner shows you the full link first and never opens it automatically. Check that the address belongs to the business you expect before you tap Open link, and never enter payment details on a site you reached through an unexpected code.

Frequently asked questions

How do I scan a QR code from a screenshot?

Upload or paste the screenshot. The code is read straight from the image.

Why doesn't the camera start?

Allow camera access when your browser asks. The camera only works on secure (https) pages; you can always upload a photo instead.

Does it work on iPhone and Android?

Yes, in Safari, Chrome and other modern browsers.

Is the camera image sent anywhere?

No. Frames are analysed on your device and nothing is recorded or uploaded.