qr reader online
QR Code Reader Online
Read a QR code directly in your browser from an image, screenshot, camera frame, or pasted capture. The decoder runs locally, so your image stays on your device.
Drop a QR image here, or paste a screenshot
What does the QR Code Reader Online do?
After decoding, Browser Tools identifies common payload types and gives you safe actions for URLs, Wi-Fi networks, contact cards, and plain text.
Decode QR codes from uploaded images, pasted screenshots, and camera captures.
Recognize URLs, Wi-Fi credentials, vCard contact data, and plain text payloads.
Copy results instantly or download the decoded value as a text file.
How to read a QR code online
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Upload a QR image, paste a screenshot, or start the camera.
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Let the browser-side decoder inspect the selected frame.
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Review the decoded text and payload type.
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Copy the result, download it, or open a URL safely in a new tab.
Why use the QR Code Reader Online?
Frequently asked questions
Does the QR reader upload my image?
No. Image decoding and camera decoding run in your browser. Browser Tools does not send your image to a server.
Can I read a QR code from a screenshot?
Yes. Upload the screenshot or press Control/Command+V to paste it into the tool.
Which QR payload types are recognized?
The reader detects plain text, URLs, Wi-Fi credentials, and vCard contact data.
Why does camera scanning ask for permission?
Camera access is required to capture a frame locally. You can deny it and use image upload instead.
Applications
- Scan a QR code in a screenshot without installing a mobile app.
- Check a printed Wi-Fi or payment QR code before opening it.
- Extract contact or event details from a saved QR image on desktop.
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