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QR Code Generator – Create QR Codes from Text or URLs

Create QR codes online for free with ToolGuru. Turn a URL or message into a scannable QR code in your browser, then download PNG or SVG. No account required.

🔒 Your data is processed in your browser and is not uploaded to our server.

Free QR code generator online

Create a QR code from a URL or a short message and download it as PNG or SVG. This QR code maker runs in your browser — useful for sharing a site, a document link, or a line of text people can scan with a phone.

URL QR code generator

Paste a link such as https://toolguru.co, generate, and scan the preview. The encoded value is the exact text you entered, so include https:// when you want a web address to open in a browser.

Text to QR code

You can also encode plain text. Keep the content reasonably short — very large payloads produce dense codes that are harder to scan. ToolGuru warns when the text is long and blocks input that is too large to encode reliably.

Size and colors

Choose 256px, 512px, or 1024px. Foreground defaults to black and background to white. Strong contrast keeps the code readable. If the colors are too similar, a warning appears before you download.

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How to Generate a QR Code

  1. Step 1

    Enter text or a URL

    Paste a link such as https://toolguru.co or any short message you want people to scan.

  2. Step 2

    Adjust size and colors

    Pick 256px, 512px, or 1024px. Foreground defaults to black and background to white. Low-contrast colors show a warning.

  3. Step 3

    Download

    Preview the QR code, then download PNG or SVG, or copy the image where your browser allows it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I create a QR code from a URL?

Paste the URL, choose a size, and generate. The preview is a standard QR code you can scan with a phone camera.

Can I make a QR code from plain text?

Yes. Any text works — a message, Wi-Fi note, or short instruction — as long as it stays under the length limit.

Can I download PNG and SVG?

Yes. PNG is useful for slides and messages. SVG scales cleanly for print and design tools.

Will the QR code stay scannable if I change colors?

Dark modules on a light background scan most reliably. If the contrast is too low, ToolGuru warns you before you rely on the code.

Is this QR code generator free?

Yes. Generate and download QR codes without an account or payment.

Is my text uploaded to a server?

No. Your data is processed in your browser and is not uploaded to our server.

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