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QR & Barcode Scanner

Scan any QR code or barcode with your camera — or an uploaded image. Nothing is uploaded.

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Overview

QR & Barcode Scanner: point, scan, done

This scanner reads QR codes and common barcodes straight from your device's camera — or from an image you upload — and shows you what they contain. Point the camera at a code and it decodes instantly; if the result is a link, one tap opens it. It handles QR codes plus retail and shipping barcode formats like EAN, UPC, Code 128 and Data Matrix.

Crucially, it uses your browser's built-in Barcode Detection API, which means the scanning happens entirely on your device. No frames from your camera and no images are ever uploaded to a server — a real difference from many scanner sites and apps. There is nothing to install; it just works in a supported browser.

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How to use it
  1. 1Press Start camera and allow camera access when prompted.
  2. 2Point the camera at a QR code or barcode — it decodes automatically.
  3. 3Or press 'Scan an image' to read a code from a saved photo or screenshot.
  4. 4Open the link (if it's a URL) or copy the decoded text.
Key features
  • Live camera scanning for QR codes and barcodes
  • Decode a code from an uploaded image or screenshot
  • Supports QR plus EAN, UPC, Code 128/39, Data Matrix, Aztec, PDF417 and more
  • One-tap open for links, one-click copy for any result
  • Uses the rear camera on phones by default
  • 100% client-side — camera frames never leave your device

Frequently asked questions

Is my camera feed uploaded?
No. Scanning uses your browser's built-in Barcode Detection API, which processes frames locally. No images or camera data are sent to any server.
Which browsers work?
It works where the Barcode Detection API is available — Chrome, Edge, and Android browsers. If your browser isn't supported, the page shows a notice.
What formats can it read?
QR codes plus common barcodes: EAN-13/8, UPC-A/E, Code 128, Code 39, ITF, Data Matrix, Aztec and PDF417.
Can I scan from a screenshot?
Yes — use 'Scan an image' and choose a photo or screenshot that contains a code.
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Full guide

QR Codes Explained — How They Work & How to Scan Safely

How QR codes store data, what the patterns mean, barcode formats compared, and how to avoid malicious QR scams.

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