Can the QR code scanner read codes from both camera and image files?

Yes. The Scan with Camera tab decodes from the live video stream using your device camera, and the Upload Image tab reads PNG, JPG, GIF and WebP files containing a QR code. Both use the same in-browser decoder.

Is what I scan uploaded anywhere?

No. Decoding runs entirely in your browser with the jsQR library. The codes you scan are never transmitted to a server, and the scan history is stored only for the current session.

What types of QR content does the scanner detect?

It labels results by content type: URL, email (mailto), phone (tel), Wi-Fi, SMS, contact card (vCard) and plain text. URLs get an Open link button, and every result can be copied.

Why does my camera scan keep failing?

Camera scanning needs a steady, close, well-lit view of the code with the camera roughly parallel to it. Glare, motion blur and codes that are too small or too far away are the usual causes; the upload tab often succeeds where a shaky handheld scan fails.

How much damage can a QR code survive?

QR codes use Reed-Solomon error correction, and the four standard levels tolerate roughly 7% to 30% of the code being unreadable. Minor smudging and partial obstruction usually still decode; a destroyed finder pattern typically will not.

Does the tool need permission to use my camera?

Yes. The camera tab uses the getUserMedia API, which requires an HTTPS page and an explicit permission grant from your browser. If permission is denied, the upload tab remains available for image files.

What does Open link do?

For results that are URLs, Open link opens the decoded address in a new browser tab. The tool sets the target and rel attributes safely so the destination opens in a separate tab.

How many scans are kept in the history?

The session history holds up to 20 scans. Clicking an entry reopens its result card, and the history is cleared automatically when the page is refreshed or closed.

Is it safe to scan any QR code?

Scanning itself is safe, but treat the destination with the same caution as any link, since a code can point to any URL including phishing pages. Check the result and the destination domain before entering credentials.

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QR Code Scanner - Free Online

Scan QR codes with your device camera or decode one from an uploaded image — all in your browser. No app install needed, works on any device, and your camera feed is never recorded or uploaded.

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Any Device — Phone, tablet, or desktop
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How to Scan a QR Code

Allow camera access or upload an image
Point at the QR code (or choose the file)
View and copy the decoded content

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