QR Code Reader
Upload or drop an image to decode its QR code and read the hidden text, link, or data.
Read any QR code from a picture in seconds. Upload a screenshot or photo, or drag and drop it, and this free QR code reader decodes the embedded text, URL, Wi-Fi, or contact data right in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to a server, so your images stay completely private.
What is a QR code reader?
A QR code reader is a tool that scans the black-and-white square pattern of a QR code and converts it back into the text or link it stores. Instead of pointing a phone camera at a physical code, this reader works on an image you already have, such as a screenshot, a saved photo, or a downloaded graphic, and shows you exactly what the code contains.
How to read a QR code from an image
Upload your image and the decoded content appears instantly. There is nothing to install and no account to create.
- Click Choose an image, or drag and drop the picture onto the upload area.
- Wait a moment while the QR code is decoded in your browser.
- Read the decoded text, and if it is a link, click Open link or use Copy to grab it.
Is reading QR codes from images safe and private?
Yes. The decoding happens entirely on your device using your browser, so the image you upload is never sent to or stored on any server. Because nothing leaves your computer or phone, you can safely read QR codes that contain private links, Wi-Fi passwords, or personal contact details. Always review a decoded link before opening it, since a QR code can point anywhere.
Why use this QR code reader?
- 100% free with no ads, sign-up, or limits.
- Reads QR codes from screenshots, photos, and downloaded images.
- Detects links and lets you open or copy them in one click.
- Supports drag and drop as well as the file picker.
- Shows a clear message when no QR code is found.
- Runs entirely in your browser, so your images never leave your device.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a camera to read a QR code?
No. This tool reads QR codes from an image file you already have, such as a screenshot or a saved photo. You do not need a webcam or phone camera.
What image formats can I upload?
You can upload common image formats like PNG, JPG, WebP, and GIF. As long as the QR code is reasonably clear and not heavily cropped, it will be decoded.
Why does it say no QR code was found?
The image may be blurry, low contrast, partly cropped, or it may not contain a QR code at all. Try a sharper picture that shows the full code with some white space around it.
Are my images uploaded anywhere?
No. The QR code is decoded entirely in your browser, so the image you upload is never sent to or stored on any server.