Create a QR Code for Any Link
Paste a web address and get a QR code instantly. The code contains the link itself — no redirect service in between — so it works forever and can't be switched off or tracked.
How to create a QR code for a link
- Paste or type the web address; https:// is added automatically if you leave it out.
- Adjust the colours, size, margin and error-correction level if you like.
- Scan the preview with your phone to test it.
- Download it as PNG for screens or SVG for print, copy it to the clipboard, or print it directly.
Supported formats
- Input
- URL
- Output
- PNG, SVG
Static codes versus “dynamic” codes
Many online generators create codes that point to their own short link and redirect from there, which lets them count scans — and stop the redirect when a subscription ends. This tool creates static codes: the URL is encoded directly, so the code keeps working as long as your web page does. The trade-off is that a static code can't be edited after printing, so double-check the link first. For plain text, contact details or Wi-Fi access, use the Text, vCard or Wi-Fi QR Code Generator.
Benefits
- No expiry, no sign-up, no tracking redirect.
- Vector SVG output for sharp printing at any size.
- Warns about missing https, low colour contrast and inverted colours that phones may fail to scan.
Limitations
- Codes are static: the destination can't be changed after the code is printed.
- Very long URLs produce dense codes that need to be printed larger to scan reliably.
- Copying the image to the clipboard requires a browser with ClipboardItem support (Chrome, Edge, Safari).
Privacy and security
The QR code is generated by JavaScript in this tab using the open-source qrcode library. What you type is never sent to a server, so no third party can log, track or later redirect your code.
Read our privacy policy for details about the site as a whole.
Frequently asked questions
Do these QR codes expire?
No. The link is stored inside the code itself, not on our servers, so the code works as long as the web address it points to exists.
Should I download PNG or SVG?
Use PNG for websites, documents and social posts. Use SVG for print and design tools — it's a vector, so it stays perfectly sharp at any size.
How small can I print a QR code?
A practical minimum is about 2 × 2 cm for short links scanned at arm's length. As a rule of thumb, the scanning distance should be no more than about ten times the code's width.
Can I use colours?
Yes, as long as the code stays dark on a light background with strong contrast. The tool warns you when contrast is too low or the colours are inverted.