QR Code Scanner
Scan any QR code with your camera, or upload an image to decode it instantly. Everything runs in your browser—your camera feed and images never leave your device.
Tip: for camera scanning your browser needs a secure (https) connection and camera permission.
- 🔒100% private
Scanning happens on your device—nothing is uploaded to any server.
- ⚡Instant decode
Reads URLs, text, Wi-Fi, contacts and more the moment it detects a code.
- 🖼️Camera or image
Use your camera live, or decode a QR code from a photo or screenshot.
About this QR code scanner
This free online QR code scanner lets you read any QR code without installing an app. Choose “Camera” to scan a code in real time, or “Upload image” to decode a QR code from a saved photo or screenshot. As soon as a code is found, the decoded content appears on the right, ready to copy or open.
How to scan a QR code
For camera scanning, press Start camera, allow camera access, and point your device at the QR code inside the highlighted frame. To read a code from a file, switch to Upload image and choose a picture that contains a QR code. Detected links can be opened in a new tab, and any text can be copied with one click.
Frequently asked questions
Is this QR code scanner free and private?
Yes. It is completely free and runs entirely in your browser. Your camera feed and images never leave your device.
Can I scan a QR code from an image?
Yes. Switch to “Upload image”, choose a photo or screenshot containing a QR code, and the tool decodes it instantly.
Why does the camera not start?
Camera access needs a secure connection (https) and permission. Allow camera access when prompted, or use the “Upload image” option instead.