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QR Scanner

Use your device camera to scan a QR code instantly.

Scan QR codes with your camera — no app needed

Point your phone or computer camera at any QR code to read it instantly in your browser. There is nothing to install, and detection runs entirely on your device, so the images your camera sees never leave your browser.

How to scan a QR code

  1. Open this page on a device with a camera and tap Allow if your browser asks for camera permission.
  2. Point the camera at the QR code and hold it steady inside the frame.
  3. Wait a second for the code to be detected automatically.
  4. Tap the detected link to open it, or copy the decoded text.

QR scanner FAQ

Does QR scanning work on desktop?

Yes, as long as your computer has a camera and your browser allows camera access. Use a secure (https) page so camera permission works.

Is browser QR scanning private?

Yes. Detection runs locally on your device; camera images are never uploaded to a server.

Why is my camera not turning on?

Camera access needs a secure https page. Also check that permission is allowed for this site in your browser settings, and close other apps that may be using the camera.

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