Scan a QR Code from an Image

Read a QR code from a screenshot, photo or your camera, right in the browser.

Free to use · No account needed · Files are processed on your device and never uploaded

About the QR Code Scanner

Got a QR code in a screenshot, a PDF or an email and no second phone to scan it with? Drop the image here or paste a screenshot with Ctrl+V and the content appears immediately. On a phone or laptop with a camera you can also scan live.

Wi-Fi codes are decoded into network name and password, and links are shown in full so you can check where they go before opening them.

How to use the QR Code Scanner

  1. Drop an image, paste a screenshot or tap 'Scan with camera'.
  2. The decoded content appears below.
  3. Copy it, or open the link after checking it.

Features

  • From screenshotsPaste with Ctrl+V.
  • Camera scanPhone or webcam.
  • Wi-Fi passwordsShown in plain text.
  • PrivateNothing is uploaded.

Frequently asked questions

How do I scan a QR code on my own phone screen?

Take a screenshot, then add it here. Nothing is uploaded.

Is it safe to open QR code links?

Check the address first. Scam QR codes often use look-alike domains, which is why the link's domain is shown separately.

Is the QR Code Scanner free?

Yes. The QR Code Scanner is completely free with no sign-up, no watermarks, no daily limits and no premium tier.

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. FileStripe processes your files locally in your web browser using JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded, so the QR Code Scanner is safe for private photos and confidential documents and even works offline once the page has loaded.

Does it work on iPhone and Android?

Yes. The QR Code Scanner works in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Samsung Internet on phones, tablets and computers. On a phone you can pick files from your photo library or files app and share the result straight to another app.

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