QR code reader
Decode a QR code from a photo, the camera, or one of the samples below.
How to QR code scanner from image
Got a QR code in a screenshot or a WhatsApp forward that you cannot scan with your own phone? Upload the image and this tool reads the code for you, showing the link or text inside before you open it. You can also point your camera at a code. Everything is decoded in your browser, so the image never leaves your device.
- Upload a photo or screenshot that contains a QR code, or tap Use camera.
- Wait a moment while the code is read on your device.
- Check what the code says, then copy it or open it in the right app.
Runs in your browser. Your file is processed on your own device and is never uploaded to our servers.
Questions people ask
How do I scan a QR code that is on my own phone screen?
Take a screenshot, then upload it here. The tool reads the code from the image, so you do not need a second phone.
Which image formats can I upload?
PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF and BMP.
Is it safe to check a QR code here before opening it?
Yes, it is a good habit. The reader shows you the full link or text first, so you can decide whether to open it. It is especially worth checking payment and login links.
Why can't it find a code in my image?
The code may be too small, blurry, cut off or heavily distorted. Try a sharper photo or crop closer to the code. White-on-black and mirrored codes are supported.
Is my image uploaded?
No. The code is decoded in your browser, so the picture stays on your device.