Free QR code scanner
Inspect the contents of any QR code from a photo or screenshot. Upload your image below to scan the QR code.
How it works
1. Upload your image
Upload a screenshot or photo of the QR code you want to scan.
2. Scan the QR code
The tool will automatically find the QR code and try to decode it.
3. Inspect contents
The tool will display the data contained in the QR code.
Frequently asked questions
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Most phones have a built-in camera app that automatically recognizes QR codes. Simply point your camera at the code, then tap the prompt to open it. For computers, you can use a built-in camera or an online QR code scanner (such as this page).
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Open the Camera app and aim it at the QR code. A notification will appear once it recognizes the code - tap it to proceed. You can also use the built-in Code Scanner in Control Center for a quick shortcut.
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Open your default Camera app or Google Lens, then point it at the code. Wait for the prompt or link, and tap to open it. Many Android phones also have a shortcut to Lens within the camera app.
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You can use a web-based QR code scanner such as this page. Simply upload the photo or screenshot, and the tool will detect and decode the QR code automatically.
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You can use RecodeQR's scanner from your browser. Simply upload the screenshot - no sign up is required. This way, you can decode a QR code without using a camera or having to install an app.
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If you have the code as an image or screenshot, upload it to recodeqr.com/scan. The site will decode your WiFi details, making it straightforward to connect.