Free QR Code Scanner Online (From Image)

Use this free QR code scanner to decode a QR code from a photo or screenshot — no phone camera or app needed. Upload an image containing a QR code and instantly see the decoded text, link, or data, right in your browser.

🔳 Click to choose an image or drag one here

Decoded content:

What is a QR code scanner and why it matters

A QR code scanner reads the hidden data encoded in a QR code's pattern of black and white squares — usually a website link, plain text, or contact details. This matters when you have a QR code in a screenshot, an old photo, a scanned document, or a saved image, but no working phone camera app handy or the code is too small or damaged for a phone to focus on. A browser-based scanner lets you decode it from any image file directly.

How this tool works

This tool loads your uploaded image into an HTML canvas and analyzes its pixel data with a QR decoding library that runs entirely in your browser. It searches the image for a valid QR code pattern and, if found, extracts and displays the encoded text or link — all without uploading your image to any server.

Common searches this tool answers

How do I scan a QR code from a screenshot?
How do I read a QR code from an image without an app?
How do I decode a QR code online?
Can I scan a QR code without a phone camera?
How do I extract a link from a QR code image?

How to use it

Click the upload box, or drag and drop an image containing a QR code.
Wait a moment while the tool scans the image.
The decoded text or link appears below the image preview.
Click "Copy Result" to copy the decoded content to your clipboard.

Tips

Use a clear, well-lit, non-blurry image for the most reliable scan.
If scanning fails, try cropping the image so the QR code fills more of the frame.
Screenshots generally scan more reliably than photos taken at an angle.
If the decoded result is a link, copy it and open it manually — this tool does not auto-open links for your safety.

Frequently asked questions

Is this QR scanner free to use?
Yes, completely free, with no app or sign-up required.

Is my image uploaded to a server?
No. The image is processed entirely in your browser using canvas and a local decoding library.

Why can't it read my QR code?
This usually happens with blurry, very small, low-contrast, or damaged QR codes. Try a clearer or higher-resolution image.

Is it safe to scan a QR code from an unknown source?
Scanning is safe, but be cautious before opening any link the QR code reveals — treat it the same as any unfamiliar link.

Can it scan multiple QR codes in one image?
This tool detects one QR code per image. If your image has multiple codes, crop and scan them one at a time.

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