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What is QR Code Scanner?
QR Code Scanner reads a QR code from a photo or screenshot right in your browser — no camera app and no upload. It shows the content as text, recognises links, Wi‑Fi details, email, phone, SMS, locations and contacts, and lets you copy everything or download it as a .txt file. Links are shown first and open in a new tab only when you choose.
Scan QR codes from photos and screenshots online. Links, text and Wi‑Fi details are decoded privately on your device — free QR scanner on Fah Swe Tools. Pair with our QR generator to create codes.
Key features
- Reads QR codes from JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC, AVIF and more
- Uses the browser's built-in barcode reader when available, with a JavaScript fallback
- Recognises links, Wi‑Fi, email, phone, SMS, location and contacts
- Wi‑Fi network name, security and password shown clearly
- Copy buttons and a .txt download
- Runs in your browser — nothing is uploaded
Popular uses
- Read a QR code someone sent as a screenshot
- Check where a QR link goes before opening it
- Scan codes on a laptop without a webcam
Supported formats
Input: JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF, HEIC/HEIF, GIF, BMP, TIFF. Output: the decoded text (copy or .txt).
Troubleshooting
- No QR code found Crop closer to the code, use a sharper photo, avoid glare and make sure the whole code including its border is visible.
- The link looks suspicious Don't open it. QR codes can point anywhere; this scanner shows the address so you can judge first.
Also known as: QR Reader, Scan QR from Image, QR Decoder Online, Read QR from Screenshot.
How it works
- Choose a photo or screenshot that shows the QR code (JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC, AVIF and more).
- Scan — the picture is read on your device; nothing is uploaded.
- Copy the text, or open a web address after checking it. Download all results as a .txt file.
FAQ
Do you need a camera?
No — choose any picture or screenshot that already shows the QR code.
What if nothing is detected?
Crop closer to the code, use a sharper photo with more contrast, and avoid glare. Browsers with a built-in barcode reader find several codes at once; others read the clearest one.
Is it safe to open the link?
Links are shown as text first and open in a new tab without sending this page's address. Check the address before you open it — QR codes can point anywhere.
Is my picture uploaded?
No. It is decoded and read in your browser.
Can it read several codes in one picture?
Browsers with a built-in barcode reader can find several at once; the fallback reads the clearest one.