Free QR Code Generator — No Sign Up, No Watermark

QR Code Types and Their Uses

• URL — the most widely used type. Links to any website, landing page, or online menu. Ideal for flyers, posters, packaging, and printed advertising.
• WiFi — lets guests connect to your network without typing a password. Widely used in Maltese restaurants, hotels, co-working spaces, and waiting areas.
• Contact (vCard) — encodes name, phone, email, company, and address so the recipient can save you directly to their contacts. Perfect for business cards.
• Text — encodes a plain message, promo code, or reference number. No internet connection required to read.
• Email — pre-fills the recipient address, subject line, and message body. The user simply taps Send.
• SMS — opens a pre-written message on the phone. Useful for opt-in confirmations, appointment reminders, and customer support.
• Phone — triggers an immediate call when scanned. Handy for signage, vehicles, and printed materials.
• Event — creates an iCalendar invite compatible with iPhone, Google Calendar, and Outlook. No third-party app required.
• App — automatically directs iOS users to the App Store and Android users to Google Play.

PNG or SVG — Which Format to Download?

• PNG is a high-resolution raster image. Use it for websites, social media, newsletters, and anywhere that only accepts a standard image format.
• SVG is a vector file that scales to any size without quality loss. Always use SVG for professional print — business cards, flyers, exhibition stands, and packaging — so the code stays pin-sharp at every output size.
• When in doubt, download both: SVG as the master file for the printer, PNG for quick digital use.

Best Practices for Print and Signage in Malta

• Minimum size: 2.5 cm × 2.5 cm. Smaller codes on matte paper or low-contrast backgrounds may be unreadable.
• Always add a short call to action beneath the code — "Scan for the menu", "Scan for WiFi", "Scan to save contact" — so users know what to expect.
• Test the code before printing on an iPhone (Camera app) and an Android device (Camera app or Google Lens).
• Keep a quiet zone (white border of at least four modules) on all four sides. Most design programmes handle this automatically.
• For outdoor signage — especially in sunny Maltese conditions — black on white remains the most reliable combination. Avoid placing codes over images or colour gradients.
• For direct mail, test the code after printing on your chosen stock and finish before running the full print run.

Static vs Dynamic QR Codes

Every code created here is a static QR code: the destination is encoded directly into the pattern — no redirect server, no scan tracking, and no dependency on a third-party service. Your codes work permanently, even if this website were ever taken offline.

Dynamic QR codes — offered by various paid services — allow the destination to be changed after printing and provide scan analytics. For the vast majority of Maltese businesses, freelancers, and events, static codes are the simpler, more privacy-friendly, and entirely free choice.

1. 1

   Choose a QR Code Type

   Select your desired type from the tab bar — URL, WiFi, Contact, Text, Email, SMS, Phone, Event, or App.

2. 2

   Enter Your Information

   Fill in the fields for the chosen type. Required fields are marked. The QR code preview updates in real time as you type.

3. 3

   Scan the Preview to Verify

   Point your smartphone camera at the on-screen preview to confirm the code encodes the correct information before downloading.

4. 4

   Download Your File

   Click "Download PNG" for digital use or "Download SVG" for print. Both files are free and watermark-free.

5. 5

   Test in the Final Context

   After placing the code in your design or printing it, scan it once more in its real-world setting to confirm readability.

Frequently Asked Questions