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Scan a QR Code in the Browser (No App Needed)

9/17/2025 • qr, how-to, privacy

You don’t need a separate app to scan QR codes. Use your browser and camera for a quick, private scan.

Steps

  1. Open the QR Scanner: /qr-scanner
    Step 1 — Open the scanner

  2. Grant camera access when prompted.
    Step 2 — Allow camera

  3. Point the camera at the QR code within the frame.
    Step 3 — Align the QR code

  4. Tap the detected link to open it, or copy the text content.
    Step 4 — Open or copy

Short clip (10–30s):

Tips

  • Lighting: Ensure even lighting; avoid glare on glossy prints.
  • Distance: Move closer or farther to focus; fill ~60–80% of the frame.
  • Contrast: Codes with strong contrast scan more reliably.
  • Privacy: Scanning runs locally in your browser.

FAQs

  • Does this work on desktop?
    • Yes, if your computer has a camera and the browser allows it.
  • Can I scan from an image file?
    • Yes—upload an image with a QR to decode.

Related:

  • Create a QR Code with Logo: /posts/qr-code-with-logo-step-by-step

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