Does this upload my photos?

No. Both camera scanning and image decoding run entirely in your browser, so your images and camera feed never leave your device.

The camera will not start. What should I do?

Make sure you granted camera permission and that no other app is using the camera. Camera access also requires a secure (https) connection.

Can I scan from a screenshot?

Yes. Use Upload image to decode a QR code from any saved photo or screenshot.

Is it safe to open every scanned link?

No. QR codes can hide phishing or malicious destinations. The scanner never opens links automatically and shows the destination host so you can inspect it before continuing.

Image Tools

QR Code Scanner

Scan a QR code with your camera or an uploaded image and read its content.

Free browser toolRuns in your browserNo sign-up

About the QR Code Scanner

Read any QR code without installing an app. Use your device camera for a live scan, or upload a photo or screenshot that contains a QR code.

The decoded content is classified as a web address, Wi-Fi configuration, email, phone action or plain text. Links are never opened automatically: inspect the displayed destination host first.

All scanning happens in your browser using your device, so your camera feed and images are never sent to a server.

Key features

Live camera scanning
Decode from an uploaded image
Content classification and visible link destination
Copy, TXT and structured JSON exports
20 MB upload guard and safe large-image downscaling
Private - nothing is uploaded

How to use

1Press Scan with camera and allow camera access, or upload an image.
2Point the camera at the QR code until it is detected.
3Review the detected content type and inspect the destination hostname before opening any link.
4Copy the result, download TXT or JSON, or deliberately open a reviewed web address.

Examples

Read a website QR code

Input: QR image containing https://toolsonduty.com

Output: https://toolsonduty.com

Upload an image or use the camera; detected links can be opened after review.

Frequently asked questions

Does this upload my photos?: No. Both camera scanning and image decoding run entirely in your browser, so your images and camera feed never leave your device.
The camera will not start. What should I do?: Make sure you granted camera permission and that no other app is using the camera. Camera access also requires a secure (https) connection.
Can I scan from a screenshot?: Yes. Use Upload image to decode a QR code from any saved photo or screenshot.
Is it safe to open every scanned link?: No. QR codes can hide phishing or malicious destinations. The scanner never opens links automatically and shows the destination host so you can inspect it before continuing.

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