Free QR Code Decoder
Quick Tips
- • This tool runs entirely in your browser - your data stays private.
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Decode QR codes from images to extract the embedded data.
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Examples
[QR Code Image Upload]
https://encoderkit.cc
[WiFi QR Image]
Network: MyWiFi, Password: secret123
Why Use This Tool?
What problems does this solve?
You need to inspect QR code contents without triggering their actions. Verify safety before visiting unknown URLs. Extract data for analysis or documentation.
Common use cases:
- Inspecting suspicious QR codes for safety
- Extracting URLs from promotional materials
- Recovering WiFi passwords from QR codes
- Documenting QR code contents
- Verifying QR codes you created
Who benefits from this tool?
Security-conscious users. Researchers analyzing QR campaigns. Anyone who wants to see QR content before acting on it.
Privacy first: All decoding happens locally in your browser. Images are never uploaded anywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
To inspect the content first. Phone scanners often immediately open URLs or perform actions. Decoding lets you see the exact URL and decide if it is safe before visiting.
No, decoding happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your images are never uploaded anywhere. This ensures privacy for potentially sensitive QR codes.
Common reasons: image too blurry, QR code too small, part of code cut off, insufficient contrast, or heavy damage. Try a clearer, larger image of the complete QR code.
This tool is specifically for QR codes (2D square patterns). Traditional barcodes (1D) require different decoding. See our Barcode tools for those.
URLs, plain text, WiFi credentials, contact cards (vCard), calendar events, SMS/email links, phone numbers, geo coordinates, and more. This decoder shows whatever data is embedded.
Some implementations support live webcam scanning. Check if the camera input option is available in the tool interface for real-time QR code reading.
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