What should the QR code contain?
Paste a website link or enter plain text below.
Private by design: your QR content is generated in your browser and is not submitted to SDS.
Free Web Tool
Free QR Code Generator
Turn a website URL or text into a QR code in seconds. Customize the size and colors, preview the result, and download a PNG with no account or signup required.
How It Works
Create a QR code in three steps.
Enter your content
Paste a website URL or type the text you want someone to open after scanning.
Customize the code
Choose a download size, error-correction level, and high-contrast colors.
Download the PNG
Generate the code, test it with your phone, then download the finished image.
URL to QR Code
Turn a website link into a scannable QR code.
QR codes make it easy to move someone from printed material, a sign, a menu, a flyer, or another screen directly to a website. Paste the full URL into the generator above, create the code, and test it before publishing.
For reliable scanning, use strong contrast between the QR color and its background and leave some empty space around the code when placing it in a design.
Plain Text QR Codes
You can generate more than website links.
A QR code can also contain plain text such as a short message, reference number, instruction, or other information. The scanner decides how to display that content after it is read.
Frequently Asked Questions
QR Code Generator FAQ
Is this QR code generator free?
Yes. You can create and download QR codes with this SDS tool without creating an account.
Does a QR code created here expire?
No. This tool creates a static QR code, so the code itself does not have an expiration date. If it points to a URL, that destination still needs to remain available.
Does SDS save the URL or text I enter?
No. The QR content is processed in your browser and is not submitted to SDS. SDS only records a general tool-use event for anonymous usage analytics.
What QR code size should I download?
512 × 512 pixels is a good general-purpose choice. Choose a larger size when the code will be used in a larger design or printed at a larger physical size.
Why should I test my QR code before using it?
Testing confirms that the content is correct and that your chosen colors and final design still scan reliably.