QR Code Reader
Upload a QR code image and instantly decode its contents. Supports URLs, text, and more.
Drop a QR code image here or click to browse
Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF
Max 20MB per file
What is the QR Code Reader?
The QR Code Reader decodes QR codes from uploaded images instantly — no camera or phone needed. Upload a screenshot, photo, or downloaded QR code image and the tool extracts and displays its contents: URLs, contact cards (vCards), plain text, phone numbers, or any other encoded data.
What Can QR Codes Contain?
| Data Type | Example / Description |
|---|---|
| URL | https://example.com — opens directly in browser |
| vCard | Contact info: name, phone, email, address |
| Plain Text | Any free text, message, or note |
| Phone Number | tel:+1234567890 |
mailto:user@example.com | |
| WiFi Credentials | SSID, password, encryption type |
| UPI/Payment | UPI payment strings, Bitcoin addresses |
Common Use Cases
- Decode a QR code from a screenshot when you can't scan it with your phone
- Extract the URL or data from a QR code in a document or presentation
- Verify what a QR code actually links to before scanning it publicly
- Read QR codes from business cards, flyers, or posters
- Debug QR codes generated by other tools to verify encoded content
- Extract contact information from a vCard QR code
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What image formats are supported?
JPEG, PNG, WebP, and GIF (first frame). The QR code must be clearly visible and not heavily distorted or blurred.
2. Why can't the tool read my QR code?
Common reasons: the image is blurry, the QR code is partially obscured, the contrast is too low, or the code is damaged. Try a clearer, higher-resolution image.
3. Is my data safe?
Yes — all decoding happens locally in your browser using the jsQR library. Your images are never uploaded to any server.