QR Code Generator
Current version: 1.0 | Last updated: March 18, 2026
What is a QR Code?
A QR Code (Quick Response Code) is a type of two-dimensional barcode that can store text, URLs, or other data. It can be scanned by smartphones or QR code readers to quickly access the encoded information.
How to Use This Tool?
- Generate a QR Code
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- Enter the text or URL you want to encode into the input box on the left.
- The status bar will show information about your input, e.g.,
Enter text to generate QR codeor errors if the input is too long. - Click the
Generatebutton (or press Enter) to create the QR code. - The generated QR code will appear on the right. The status bar will confirm success with
QR Code generated successfully!.
- Copy QR Code to Clipboard
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- After generating the QR code, click the
Copybutton below it. - The status bar will display
Copied to clipboard!if successful. - If copying fails, the button will show
❌ Failedand the status bar will indicate the error.
- After generating the QR code, click the
- Download QR Code
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- After generating the QR code, click the
Downloadbutton. - The QR code will be downloaded as a PNG file named
qrcode_[timestamp].png. - The status bar will confirm with
Downloaded!.
- After generating the QR code, click the
- Notes
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- The input text has a maximum length of 400 characters. Longer input will trigger an error in the status bar.
- The initial QR code is displayed when the page loads, but the state is idle until the user generates a QR code.
- The status bar provides all feedback to avoid popups or modal dialogs, keeping the interface clean.
FAQ
- Q: Why does the QR code not generate?
- A: Ensure your input is not empty and does not exceed 400 characters. The status bar will show the exact error.
- Q: Why does the copy button not work?
- A: Copying to clipboard requires HTTPS and a modern browser. Some older browsers or HTTP connections may block it.
- Q: Can I download the QR code in other formats?
- A: Currently, only PNG format is supported. Future versions may add additional formats.
- Q: Is my data sent to a server?
- A: No. All QR code generation and clipboard/download operations are performed locally in your browser. No data leaves your device.