Free QR Code Generator — No Sign Up, No Watermark

QR code types and when to use each

• URL — encodes any website link. The most-used type for flyers, direct mail, packaging, and outdoor advertising.
• WiFi — lets guests connect to your network instantly without typing a password. Standard at restaurants, hotels, coffee shops, and offices.
• Contact (vCard) — saves your name, phone, email, company, and address directly to the scanner's contacts. Great for business cards and trade show badges.
• Text — encodes a plain message, coupon code, or reference number with no app or internet connection required to read it.
• Email — pre-fills the To address, subject line, and body so the scanner just taps Send. Useful for feedback forms and support requests.
• SMS — opens a pre-written text message. Common for marketing opt-ins, appointment reminders, and customer service lines.
• Phone — triggers an immediate call when scanned. Good for click-to-call on signage, menus, and car magnets.
• Event — creates an iCalendar (.ics) invite compatible with iPhone Calendar and Google Calendar. No third-party app needed.
• App — links directly to your App Store or Google Play listing so users land on the right store for their device.

PNG vs SVG: which file should I download?

• PNG is a high-resolution raster image. Use it for websites, email campaigns, social media posts, and anywhere that accepts standard image formats.
• SVG is a vector file that scales to any size without losing sharpness. Always use SVG for professional print — business cards, brochures, banners, and packaging — so the code remains crisp at any dimension.
• When in doubt, download both. Use SVG as the master file for your print vendor and PNG for everything digital.

Best practices for QR codes in the US

• Minimum size: 1 inch × 1 inch (about 2.5 cm). Anything smaller may fail to scan reliably, especially on matte or low-contrast surfaces.
• Always include a short call-to-action near the code — "Scan to order", "Scan to connect", "Scan to save contact" — so people know what will happen.
• Test your code on both iPhone (Camera app) and Android (Camera app or Google Lens) before printing.
• Keep a quiet zone — a blank white border of at least four modules — around all four sides. Most design software preserves this automatically.
• For direct mail and EDDM campaigns, verify the code scans after printing on your chosen paper stock and finish before the full run.
• Short URLs scan faster and produce less dense codes. Consider a URL shortener if your link is very long.

Static vs dynamic QR codes

All codes created here are static: the destination is baked into the QR pattern itself. There is no redirect server, no scan tracking, and no dependency on any third-party service. Your codes work indefinitely.

Dynamic QR codes — sold by various paid services — allow you to change the destination after printing and provide scan analytics. They are useful for large print runs where reprinting is costly. For most small businesses, events, and personal use, static codes are the simpler and more private choice.

1. 1

   Pick your QR code type

   Click the type you need — URL, WiFi, Contact, Text, Email, SMS, Phone, Event, or App — from the selector at the top of the tool.

2. 2

   Enter your information

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

3. 3

   Preview and verify

   Scan the live preview on screen with your phone camera to confirm it encodes the right information before downloading.

4. 4

   Download your file

   Click Download PNG for digital use or Download SVG for print. Files are free — no watermark, no sign-up required.

5. 5

   Place and test in context

   After placing the code in your design or printing it, scan it one more time in its final context to confirm readability.

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