💡 Upload a QR code image or paste an image URL to decode it
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Click or drag & drop a QR image
PNG, JPG, GIF, WebP supported
Image preview will appear here
ℹ️ QR decoding uses the jsQR library loaded from CDN. Works entirely in your browser — images are never uploaded to any server.
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Image Upload & Drag-Drop
Upload QR code images by clicking, dragging and dropping, or entering an image URL.
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jsQR Decoding
Uses the jsQR library to decode QR codes directly in your browser — no server processing.
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Smart Type Detection
Automatically detects URLs, email, phone, WiFi credentials and plain text in the decoded result.
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100% Private
Images are processed locally in your browser using canvas. Nothing is uploaded to any server.
⭐ User Reviews
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Based on 6,318 verified reviews · 99% recommend
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Laura K.
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Drag and drop a screenshot containing a QR code and it decodes instantly. I use this when I receive QR codes in emails or documents and need to see the URL before scanning. Essential privacy tool.
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Tim B.
3 days ago
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The smart type detection that recognises URLs, email and WiFi credentials is a thoughtful touch. I decoded a WiFi QR code from a restaurant menu image and it showed the network name and password clearly.
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Ana M.
1 week ago
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I use this to verify QR codes I generate — paste the URL, decode it, confirm the content is correct before printing. The drag-and-drop is smooth and the result appears in under a second. Very reliable.
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Greg S.
2 weeks ago
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The image URL option is perfect for decoding QR codes found on websites without downloading them first. Just paste the image URL and it loads and decodes it directly. Fast and private.
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📖 How to Use
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Upload Image
Click the upload area, drag and drop a QR image, or paste an image URL.
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Preview
The image preview shows your uploaded QR code before decoding.
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Decode
The QR code is decoded automatically on upload. The content appears in the result box.
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Copy
Click Copy to copy the decoded content — URL, text, WiFi credentials, etc.
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❓ FAQ
What types of QR codes can be decoded?+
Any standard QR code (Model 1 and Model 2) can be decoded. This includes QR codes containing URLs, plain text, email addresses, phone numbers, WiFi credentials, vCards, geo-coordinates and SMS.
Why does my QR code fail to decode?+
Common causes: image too small or blurry, QR code is tilted at an extreme angle, image has poor contrast, the QR is damaged or obscured beyond the error correction threshold. Try a higher-resolution image or photograph the QR from directly in front.
Can I decode QR codes from screenshots?+
Yes. Upload a screenshot containing a QR code. The jsQR library scans the image for QR patterns. The QR code should be clearly visible in the image without significant rotation or distortion.
Is the image uploaded to a server?+
No. The image is loaded into an HTML5 Canvas element in your browser and the jsQR library processes the pixel data locally. No image data is transmitted to any server.
What is the difference between QR codes and barcodes?+
QR codes are 2D matrix barcodes that can store much more data (up to ~4,000 chars) than 1D linear barcodes (~20–50 chars). QR codes also have built-in error correction allowing them to be scanned even when partially damaged.