QR Code Reader

Scan QR codes and barcodes instantly with your camera or uploaded images. Free, private, and no installation required.

QR Scanner

Selected Image Preview

Upload or drop an image to scan QR codes

Supports JPG, PNG, WebP, and more — works with screenshots and printed QR codes.

Camera: Idle

Tip: Enable camera access to scan QR codes live, or use the Image tab for screenshots and photos.

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Free QR Code Reader Online – Fast & Secure

        
Free, private QR code scanning in your browser — no installation or signup required

        
        

          
            
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Multiple Input Methods

                  
Camera, image upload, or drag & drop

                

              

            


            
            

              

                

                  
                

                

                  
Instant Results

                  
Fast decoding with real-time feedback

                

              

            


            
            

              

                

                  
                

                

                  
Smart Actions

                  
One-tap actions for URLs, contacts, Wi-Fi

                

              

            


            
            

              

                

                  
                

                

                  
100% Private

                  
No data leaves your browser

                

              

            


            
            

              

                

                  
                

                

                  
Optimized Performance

                  
Works smoothly on all devices

                

              

            


            
            

              

                

                  
                

                

                  
Scan History

                  
Local storage with export options

                

              

            

          

        


        
        

          

            
How It Works in 3 Steps

            
            
            

              

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Choose Input Method

                
Use your camera or upload an image — drag & drop supported

              

            


            
            

              

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Automatic Detection

                
Our scanner instantly recognizes QR codes and barcodes

              

            


            
            

              

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Take Action

                
Open links, save contacts, connect to Wi-Fi, or copy data

              

            


            
            

              

                
                

                  Your Privacy Protected
                  All processing happens locally in your browser
                

              

            

          

        

      

    

  




    
    

  
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          Use qrcodereader.net or your phone camera: point the camera at the code for an automatic detection, or upload a screenshot/photo to decode the QR without installing an app.
        

      

    


    
    

      

        
      

      

        

          Open your phone's camera and point it at the QR code. Wait for the prompt and tap to open the link or action. If your camera doesn't detect it, try a browser-based reader or upload the image.
        

      

    


    
    

      

        
      

      

        

          Yes. Many modern phones scan QR codes directly in the built-in camera. Alternatively, use a trusted online QR reader in your browser—no installation required.
        

      

    


    
    

      

        
      

      

        

          On an online reader, choose Image Upload, then drag & drop or select your saved photo. Crop to the code area if necessary and let the tool decode the QR from the image.
        

      

    


    
    

      

        
      

      

        

          On iPhone, open Camera and point at the code—Safari will usually suggest opening the link. On Android, the default Camera or Google Lens often recognizes codes; otherwise use a browser-based reader.
        

      

    


    
    

      

        
      

      

        

  Yes when you use a trusted reader. On qrcodereader.net scanning is performed locally in your browser and data is not uploaded by default. Always preview links before opening and avoid codes from unknown sources.