QR Code Reader

A fast, private, and free QR code scanner available as a web app and a browser extension. Scan QR codes with your camera or by uploading an image — no data ever leaves your browser.

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Simple, fast, and private

Everything you need to scan QR codes — nothing you don't.

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Camera Scanning

Point your webcam at any QR code for instant decoding. Works with laptop webcams, external cameras, or any connected video device.

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Image File Scanning

Upload a screenshot, photo, or any image containing a QR code and get the decoded result immediately. No camera required.

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100% Private

All processing happens locally in your browser using the open-source html5-qrcode library. No data is ever collected or transmitted.

Fast & Lightweight

Opens instantly with a clean, distraction-free interface. No bloated dependencies or background processes — runs only when you use it.

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Clean, Modern UI

A polished, responsive design with smooth gradients, clear typography, and a focused scanner layout that works on any screen size.

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Completely Free

No premium tiers, no ads, no in-app purchases. QR Code Reader is free and open source under the MIT License.

Your scans stay yours

100% local processing. Nothing leaves your browser.

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No Uploads

All QR code decoding happens locally on your device. Images and scan results never leave your browser.

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No Tracking

Zero analytics, zero cookies, zero data collection. We don't know who you are.

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No External Scripts

The html5-qrcode library is bundled locally. No CDNs, no remote code, no network requests.

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Open Source

Every line of code is on GitHub. Audit it yourself — we have nothing to hide.

Get started in 30 seconds

Install the extension

Get it from the Edge Add-ons store or the web app.

Click the icon

Click the QR Code Reader icon in your toolbar. A new tab opens with the scanner interface.

Scan a QR code

Choose Camera Scan to use your webcam, or Scan an Image File to upload a picture.

Get your result

The decoded text appears instantly below the scanner. Copy it, click a link, or scan another code.

See it in action

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