How to Make a QR Code for Free (PNG or SVG)
A QR code turns a link or piece of text into a scannable square. Here's how to make one for free that never expires and doesn't track scans — generated entirely in your browser.
Use the tool
QR Code Generator
Step-by-step
- 1
Open QR Code Generator
Use our QR Code Generator. The code is created in your browser; nothing is sent to a server.
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Enter your link or text
Paste a URL, or type any text. The QR code updates live as you type.
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Customize size and colors
Set the pixel size and pick foreground and background colors — keep strong contrast for reliable scanning.
- 4
Download PNG or SVG
PNG for screens and quick use; SVG for print and large signage since it scales without blurring.
💡 Tips
- Always test the finished code with a couple of phones before printing or publishing it.
- Keep good contrast (dark code on light background). Inverted or low-contrast codes often fail to scan.
- Use SVG for anything printed large — posters, flyers, packaging — so the edges stay crisp.
FAQ
Do these QR codes expire?
No. They encode your link or text directly, so they work forever with no account and no tracking.
Can I track scans?
No — these are static codes with no analytics. That also means there's no third party in the middle.
PNG or SVG?
PNG for digital use; SVG for print because it scales to any size without losing sharpness.