QR Code Reader Online — Scan a QR Code from Any Image
Upload a screenshot, photo, or copied image to read a QR code online. See the QR URL, verify where it redirects, and avoid surprise destinations before you open it.
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Upload or paste a QR image
Drop an image here, click to upload, or paste with Ctrl+V / Cmd+V
Supports PNG, JPG, WEBP, GIF
Images are decoded in your browser. We do not upload the file.
Scan a QR code from an image and check where it goes
This QR code reader online works entirely inside your browser. When you upload a screenshot or photo, the decoder reads the pixel data locally on your device. Nothing is sent to our server for the scan itself, which makes it a practical option when you want to check a QR code quickly without handing the image to a third party.
To read a QR code from an image, you have three options. You can click the upload zone and pick a file from your computer. You can drag and drop any image file directly onto the zone. Or you can copy any image — from a webpage, a PDF, a screenshot — and paste it with Ctrl+V or Cmd+V. The QR code decoder will process the image and display the decoded content within milliseconds.
This free QR code scanner online supports all standard QR code formats: URL QR codes, WiFi QR codes, vCard contact codes, plain text, email, phone numbers, and more. If the QR contains a link, the tool also checks the final destination and shows the redirect chain when possible. That extra step is useful when you want to know where a QR code goes before you open it.
If you need to scan a QR code from a screenshot, this tool handles that well too. Copy the image from a document, message, or web page and paste it directly into the reader. It is a simple way to verify a QR code before printing it, confirm where a short link redirects, or inspect a code that someone sent you by email or chat.
Frequently asked questions about QR code reading
How do I read a QR code from an image?
Upload the image to this free online QR code reader by clicking the upload zone, dragging and dropping the file, or pasting with Ctrl+V. The decoder will scan the image and display the QR code content instantly.
Can I check where a QR code redirects before opening it?
Yes. If the QR code contains a URL, the tool shows the QR URL and tries to verify the final destination before you click through. That helps you catch short links and unexpected redirects.
Can I scan a QR code from a screenshot?
Yes. Take a screenshot containing the QR code, copy it, and paste it directly into the decoder with Ctrl+V or Cmd+V. There is no need to save the file first.
Is there a QR code reader that works without an app?
Yes — this one. Everything runs in your browser with no installation required. Just upload, drag, or paste your image and get the decoded result immediately.
Is this QR code reader free?
Yes, completely free. No account, no sign-up, no subscription. Upload as many images as you need.
What does a QR code contain?
A QR code can contain a URL, plain text, WiFi network credentials, a phone number, an email address, a vCard contact, a calendar event, or any other short string of data. This decoder shows you the raw content regardless of type.
Why won't my QR code scan?
Common reasons include: low image resolution, poor contrast between the QR code and background, a damaged or partially obscured code, or heavy compression artifacts. Try a higher-resolution image with good lighting and strong black-on-white contrast.
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