How to make a QR code
- Choose what the code should open: a link, plain text, a Wi-Fi network, a contact card, an email, a phone call, or a text message.
- Fill in the fields. The preview updates as you type.
- Pick a size preset or enter your own, and adjust the colors if you like. Dark code on a light background scans most reliably.
- Scan the preview with your phone camera to test it before you use it anywhere.
- Download a PNG for screens and social posts, or an SVG for print, packaging, and signs.
When it comes in handy
- Event booths and car shows. Put a code on your table sign that opens your portfolio, booking page, or shop.
- Print and magazines. Link a printed photo spread or ad to the full gallery, video, or product page.
- Studio Wi-Fi. Let clients and guests join your network by scanning, without reading out a password.
- Business cards. A contact-card code saves your name, number, email, and site straight to someone's phone.
- Product packaging. Point buyers to care instructions, a setup video, or a review page.
Frequently asked questions
Do these QR codes expire?
No. These are static codes: the link or details are stored inside the pattern itself, so they keep working forever and don't depend on this website. The trade-off is that you can't change where a printed code points. If you might change the destination later, link to a page on your own site that you control.
What size should I print a QR code?
A common rule is that the code should be at least one tenth of the scanning distance. For a business card or flyer held in hand, 2 cm (about 0.8 inches) is a practical minimum. For a sign read from 3 meters away, aim for about 30 cm. Always leave the quiet zone, the blank border around the code, intact.
PNG or SVG: which should I download?
PNG is a regular image that works everywhere, which is ideal for websites, social posts, and slides. SVG is a vector file that stays perfectly sharp at any size, so it's the better choice for print, packaging, vinyl cutting, and design software.
What does error correction do?
It adds backup data so the code still scans if part of it is dirty, scratched, or covered. Higher levels survive more damage but make the pattern denser. Medium is a good default. Use Max if the code will be printed on something that gets handled a lot.
Can I change the colors?
Yes. Keep strong contrast and use a darker code on a lighter background. Light codes on dark backgrounds, or two similar colors, can fail on some phones. The tool warns you when the contrast looks too low.
Is my information uploaded anywhere?
No. The code is drawn in your browser. Your links, contact details, and Wi-Fi passwords are never sent to our server or saved.