WiFi QR scanner
Point a camera at a WiFi QR code and read the network name, password and security type straight off it. Need to make one instead? Use the WiFi QR code generator.
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WiFi QR scanner FAQ
8 entriesSimply tap 'Start Scanning' to open your camera, then point it at any WiFi QR code. The scanner will automatically detect the code and display the network credentials including network name, password, and security type.
Camera access is required to scan QR codes in real-time. We only access your camera locally - no images or data are sent to our servers. The camera permission is essential for the live scanning functionality.
The standard WIFI: format: network name (S), password (P), security type (T) and the hidden flag (H). The security type is one of WEP, WPA or nopass, with WPA2-EAP for enterprise networks. There is no WPA2 or WPA3 value — a WPA2 or WPA3 network is written T:WPA, and an open network is nopass rather than Open.
Yes! Use the camera switch button to toggle between your device's front and back cameras. This is especially useful on mobile devices where the back camera typically has better focus for scanning.
Absolutely secure. All QR code processing happens entirely in your browser locally. No WiFi credentials, camera images, or any data are transmitted to our servers or stored anywhere.
Try these steps: 1) Ensure good lighting conditions, 2) Hold your device steady and keep the QR code within the camera frame, 3) Make sure the QR code is clear and not blurry, 4) Try switching cameras, 5) Refresh the page and grant camera permission again.
Yes, once a WiFi QR code is scanned, you'll see all the network details (name, password, security type). You can copy these credentials and manually enter them in your device's WiFi settings to connect.
The WiFi QR scanner works on modern browsers that support camera access, including mobile devices (iOS Safari, Android Chrome) and desktop browsers with webcams. HTTPS connection is required for camera access.