Free QR Code Generator
Create a high-resolution QR code for a website, menu, contact card, WiFi network or payment link, then download it as a PNG or SVG.
Last updated 31 May 2026
This free QR code generator creates a high-resolution QR code for almost anything you need to share, including a website address, a cafe menu, a contact card, a WiFi network or a payment link. Choose the type, enter the content, adjust the colour and size, and download the result as a crisp PNG or a scalable SVG ready for print or screen. There is no watermark, no sign-up and no expiry, so the codes you create keep working indefinitely. The generator runs entirely in your browser, so your content never leaves your device, which makes it safe to use for links and details you would rather not upload to a third party.
How to use this tool
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Choose the type
Select what the QR code should do, such as open a website, share WiFi details or start an email.
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Enter the content
Type the URL, text or details, and pick a colour and size to suit where it will appear.
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Download it
Download a PNG for everyday use or an SVG for crisp printing at any size.
What you can put in a QR code
A QR code can hold far more than a website link. Common uses include opening a URL, displaying plain text, starting an email or phone call, sending a prefilled SMS, or joining a WiFi network without typing the password. Hospitality venues use them for digital menus and feedback forms, retailers link to product pages and reviews, and trades add them to invoices so clients can pay or leave a review with a tap. Because the code simply encodes the content you enter, the possibilities are wide, and the generator above supports the most useful types for small and mid-sized Australian businesses.
PNG versus SVG, and choosing a size
For most on-screen and everyday print uses a PNG works well, and a larger pixel size gives a sharper result. If you are printing the code on signage, packaging or large format material, download the SVG instead, because it is a vector format that stays perfectly crisp at any size. Keep the foreground darker than the background for reliable scanning, and avoid very low contrast colour combinations. As a rule, the smallest a printed QR code should appear is about two by two centimetres, and codes meant to be scanned from a distance, such as on a wall or a vehicle, should be considerably larger.
Making QR codes that actually get scanned
A QR code only works if people can find it, scan it and trust where it leads. Place it where someone has a reason and a moment to scan, such as on a table, a receipt or a product, and add a short call to action like scan to view our menu so people know what to expect. Test the printed code with a couple of different phones before you produce it at scale, since contrast and size problems are easy to miss on screen. Keep the destination simple and mobile friendly, because a code that opens a slow or broken page wastes the scan. For campaigns where you want to track scans or change the destination later, a dynamic QR system tied to your marketing tools is worth considering.
Connecting QR codes to your wider systems
A static QR code is perfect for a fixed link, but businesses often want more, such as tracking how many people scanned a code, routing scans to different pages by location, or capturing a lead when someone scans. That is where QR codes connect to your marketing and customer systems rather than living in isolation. A scan can trigger a booking, add a contact to your CRM, or start an automated follow-up. The generator here covers the everyday need for a reliable code, and when you want scans to feed your sales and marketing workflow, that integration is the natural next step.
Who uses this tool
Hospitality venues
Link diners to a digital menu, ordering page or feedback form from the table.
Retailers
Send shoppers to a product page, review form or loyalty sign-up.
Tradespeople
Add a code to invoices so clients can pay or leave a review with a tap.
Frequently asked questions
Are the QR codes free to use commercially?
Yes. The codes you create are free to use for any purpose, including commercial use, with no watermark and no expiry. They are standard QR codes, so they will keep working as long as the content they point to remains live.
Do these QR codes ever expire?
No. These are static QR codes that encode your content directly, so they never expire and do not depend on our servers. The only way a code stops working is if the destination it points to, such as a web page, is taken down.
Can I change the colour and size of the QR code?
Yes. You can set the foreground colour and choose a size from 128 to 1024 pixels. Keep the code darker than its background for reliable scanning, and download the SVG version if you need it to stay crisp at large print sizes.
What is the difference between a static and dynamic QR code?
A static code encodes the content directly and cannot be changed once printed, which is what this generator creates. A dynamic code points to a short link you control, so you can change the destination and track scans later. Dynamic codes need an ongoing service, while static codes are free and permanent.
Can I create a QR code for my WiFi network?
Yes. Choose the WiFi type, enter your network name and password, and the code lets guests join your network by scanning instead of typing the password. It is popular with cafes, salons and waiting rooms that want to offer easy guest access.
Is my data safe when I use this tool?
Yes. The generator runs entirely in your browser, so the content you enter is turned into a QR code on your own device and is not uploaded to our servers. That makes it safe for links, contact details and network passwords you would rather keep private.