How to Make a QR Code for Free (Step by Step)
By Qrenzo · 5 min read ·
You can make a QR code for free without signing up. Here is the simple process, whether you want a code for a website, Wi-Fi, a menu or Google reviews.
Step 1: Decide what the QR code should do
A QR code can open a website, share your Wi-Fi, start a WhatsApp chat, show a location on Google Maps, open a PDF, link to an app or show plain text. Pick the one that fits your goal.
Step 2: Enter your details
Paste your link, or enter the details such as your network name for Wi-Fi. Use a short link where possible, because short links make simpler codes that scan faster.
Step 3: Make it look like yours
Choose a flyer design, add your logo and pick your brand color. These are optional. You can skip them and download a clean flyer straight away.
Step 4: Download it
Download as PDF for printing, or as PNG or JPG for sharing. Use the QR code generator to do all of this in one place, free, with no watermark.
Step 5: Test it
Scan the code with your phone before you print or share it. See how to test a QR code.
Will it expire?
Not if it is a static QR code. The data is built into the code, so it keeps working as long as the destination exists. Read about static vs dynamic QR codes.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Choosing a tool that adds a watermark or low-quality download, then discovering it after printing.
- Using a very long link, which makes a dense code that is hard to scan.
- Skipping the test. Always scan a printed copy before you display or distribute it.
- Printing too small. See what size a QR code should be.