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QR code generator

Type a link or any text and get a QR code you can download as a PNG image. Adjust the size and error-correction level for print or screen.

QR code appears here

Your text is processed in your browser as you type. It is not sent to ToolsNest servers or stored after you leave the page.

How to use the QR Code Generator

  1. 1Type the link or text to encode.
  2. 2Choose a size and error-correction level.
  3. 3Download the PNG.

Supported formats and limits

  • Up to about 500 characters of text.
  • Sizes from 128 to 1024 px.
  • Error correction L, M, Q or H — higher levels survive more damage but make denser codes.
  • Generated with the open-source 'qrcode' library, entirely in your browser.

Common uses

  • Linking a printed flyer to a website.
  • Sharing a Wi-Fi or contact detail.
  • Adding a scannable link to a slide deck.

Frequently asked questions

Do the QR codes expire?

No. The code simply contains your text; there is no service in the middle that could expire.

Which error correction should I pick?

M (15%) is a good default. Use H (30%) if the code will be printed small or partly covered by a logo.

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