Free QR Code Generator

Create custom QR codes for links, WiFi, WhatsApp, social media, contacts and much more. Pick colors, shapes and your logo, and download them in high quality. Every feature is free.

  • 100% free
  • Your logo and colors
  • PNG, SVG and PDF
  • Phone, tablet and PC

Content

Colors
Shapes
Logo
Advanced settings

Pro feature

Last step

To download your QR code you need a free account.

What can you do with QRcrea?

QRcrea is an online QR code generator built so anyone can create a professional code in under a minute, with no technical knowledge. Choose what you want to share, fill in the details and the code is drawn instantly in the preview.

Use it to let customers open your website, join your WiFi, message you on WhatsApp, save your contact card or view your restaurant menu. The codes work with the camera of any Android phone or iPhone, without installing apps.

Advantages

  • Free with no limitsEvery feature is available to everyone, with no paid plans and no watermarks.
  • Your own designColors, gradients, six dot shapes, frames and your own logo in the center.
  • High qualityDownload as PNG, JPG and WEBP, or as vector SVG and PDF to print at any size.
  • Dynamic codesChange where a printed code points and see how many times it has been scanned.

How it works in 3 steps

  1. Fill in the detailsChoose the type of code (link, WiFi, WhatsApp, vCard…) and fill in the fields that appear.
  2. Customize the designChoose colors, dot shapes and a frame, or add your logo. The preview updates instantly.
  3. Download and shareDownload it as PNG, JPG, WEBP, SVG or PDF, test it with your phone, then print it or share it anywhere.
See the detailed instructions
  1. Choose the type of code in the generator grid: link, WiFi, WhatsApp, vCard, location, event and more.
  2. Fill in the fields. Required ones are marked and the preview updates as you type.
  3. Open the "Colors", "Shapes" and "Logo" panels to match the code to your brand.
  4. If you add a logo, raise error correction to "Maximum (H)" under "Advanced settings" so the code still scans reliably.
  5. Click "Download", choose the format and size, and test the code with two different phones before printing it.

Which type of QR code do you need?

Before you design the code, think about what you want people to do when they scan it. This quick guide helps you choose:

Visit your website, an offer or a review page
Link (URL) QR code. It is the most versatile type and the easiest for any camera to read.
Message you
WhatsApp QR code with a pre-written opening message, or an SMS QR code if your audience doesn't use WhatsApp.
Get online without asking for the password
WiFi QR code with the network name, password and security type.
Save your contact details
vCard QR code: name, phone, email, company and website go straight into the address book.
Follow you on several networks at once
Social media QR code: one page with all your profiles. If you only use one network, the Facebook or YouTube QR code.
See your menu, a catalog or a brochure
Menu QR code or PDF QR code. You can replace the file later without reprinting the code.
Find your shop or an event
Location QR code to open the map, and event QR code to save the date in their calendar.
Download your app
App QR code: it sends each phone to the App Store or Google Play automatically.

Ideas for using it

  • Business cards with your contact details (vCard).
  • Restaurant and café tables with the menu or WiFi.
  • Shop windows, posters and flyers that lead to your website.
  • Labels and packaging with instructions or videos.
  • Wedding, birthday and event invitations.
  • Counters to collect reviews or WhatsApp messages.

Size, color and contrast: a quick guide

A QR code scans well when the camera can clearly tell the dots from the background, so the most important rule is contrast: dark dots on a light background. Black, navy, bottle green or burgundy on white or cream always work; yellow, light gray or pastel shades on white often fail. Inverted codes (light dots on a dark background) are read by many modern phones, but not all of them, so avoid them in print.

If you use a gradient, make sure both colors are dark. Rounded dot shapes and corner frames don't affect scanning as long as you keep the contrast. Always leave the quiet zone: a clear margin around the code, with no text or graphics, at least four modules wide.

For size, think about the distance people will scan from: each side of the code should be at least one tenth of that distance. The more information the code holds (a full vCard, a long text), the more modules it has and the larger you should print it. Use this table as a reference:

Where it goesScanning distanceMinimum size
Business card or label8–10 in (20–25 cm)0.8–1 in (2–2.5 cm)
Flyer, menu or table tent12–20 in (30–50 cm)1.2–2 in (3–5 cm)
Letter or A4 poster on a wall3 ft (1 m)4 in (10 cm)
Large poster or shop window6–10 ft (2–3 m)8–12 in (20–30 cm)
Billboard or banner16–33 ft (5–10 m)20 in–3 ft (50 cm–1 m)

For print, download the code as SVG or PDF: they are vector formats and stay sharp at any size. If you only have a PNG, allow about 300 pixels per printed inch (300 dpi). Before printing the full run, print a test at actual size and scan it with two different phones, in low light and from the real distance people will be standing.

Types of QR codes

Each type of code has its own generator with exactly the fields it needs. Pick the one that fits what you want to share:

Frequently asked questions

Is QRcrea free?

Yes. You can create, customize and download QR codes for free, with no paid plans and no watermarks. To download you only need a free account, created with your email or Google in a few seconds.

Do QR codes expire?

Static codes never expire: the information is stored in the code itself and works as long as the destination exists. Dynamic codes work as long as your account and the code remain active.

What is the difference between a static and a dynamic QR code?

A static code stores the information directly and cannot be changed later. A dynamic code stores a short link that redirects to the destination, so you can change that destination at any time and see scan statistics.

Can I put my logo on the QR code?

Yes. In the "Logo" panel you upload your image and adjust its size and margin. Raise error correction to "Maximum (H)" so the code still scans even if the logo covers part of it.

Which format should I download for printing?

For print, use SVG or PDF: they are vector formats and stay sharp at any size. For web and social media, PNG or WEBP are enough.

Do I need an app to scan the codes?

No. The camera on almost every Android phone and on iPhones with iOS 11 or later recognizes QR codes directly.

Can I use the codes for commercial purposes?

Yes. The codes you create are yours and you can use them on products, ads, packaging or any material for your business.

What is the minimum size for a QR code?

For close-up scanning, such as on a business card or a label, about 0.8 × 0.8 in (2 × 2 cm). For longer distances, use the 10-to-1 rule: a code scanned from 6 ft (2 m) away should be at least 8 in (20 cm) wide. If it holds a lot of information, make it a little larger still.

Can I make a colored QR code?

Yes, as long as the dots are clearly darker than the background. Dark blue, red or green on white scans perfectly. Avoid light-colored dots, dark backgrounds and photos behind the code.

Why won't my QR code scan?

The most common causes are low contrast, a size that is too small for the distance, no margin around the code, a large logo without Maximum (H) error correction, glare on laminated surfaces, or a link that no longer exists. Check these points and try again with another phone.

How many types of QR codes can I create?

QRcrea offers 18 types: link, WiFi, WhatsApp, vCard, social media, Facebook, YouTube, text, email, phone call, SMS, location, event, app, PDF or file, restaurant menu and crypto payments, and you can add your logo to any of them.

Scroll to Top