About QR Code Generator
Use this general-purpose generator when you need to encode plain text, a web address, or another short piece of information into a QR symbol.
How to use this tool
- Enter the exact text or destination you want the code to contain.
- Choose foreground and background colors with clear contrast.
- Generate the PNG and scan it with a second device before sharing it.
Practical tip
A static QR code stores the value you enter. If you encode a URL, changing the destination later usually means creating a new code unless the URL itself is a redirect you control.
Frequently asked question
Will the code expire? The image itself has no built-in expiration date, but a URL or service encoded in it can stop working.
For more help, read QR Code Best Practices or browse our QR and barcode guides.