Simple QR Code Generator is a free, privacy-first browser extension for generating, customizing, scanning, and managing QR codes entirely offline.
What is Simple QR Code Generator?
It is a browser extension that creates QR codes for 13+ content types—links, WiFi, contacts (vCard), email, SMS, calendar events, crypto wallets, GPS locations, social media profiles, and more. It takes any supported content as input and outputs QR code images (PNG, JPEG, WebP up to 4000×4000px) or animated formats (APNG, GIF, WebP). The extension runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera. It is developed by an independent team and requires no account or data collection.
Key Features
- 13+ content types — Generate QR codes for URLs, plain text, WiFi credentials, vCard contacts, phone numbers, SMS, email drafts, calendar events, cryptocurrency addresses (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, BCH), GPS coordinates, social media profiles, browser tabs, and animated sequences.
- Deep customization — Choose from 6 dot patterns (Square, Rounded, Dots, Classy, Classy Rounded, Extra Rounded), 3 corner styles, solid or gradient colors with adjustable rotation, logo upload with size control and optional dot-hiding, 4 frame styles with custom text, and 20+ reusable templates.
- Built-in scanner — Scan QR codes via device camera or image upload; instantly copy or open the decoded content.
- Batch generation — Paste a list or import a CSV file to generate hundreds of QR codes in your current style, packaged into a downloadable ZIP archive.
- Animated QR codes — Create frame-by-frame animated QR codes with custom duration and looping, exportable as APNG, GIF, or WebP.
- AES-256 password encryption — Protect QR code content with military-grade encryption; decryption requires the correct password, handled entirely in-browser.
- Templates & presets — Save favorite styles as reusable templates; share configurations via import/export codes.
- Advanced design kit — Access 20+ professional SVG assets (tickets, badges, cards, ribbons, frames) for print and digital use.
- Export flexibility — Save QR codes at 500, 1000, 2000, or 4000px resolution in PNG, JPEG, or WebP; copy to clipboard with one click.
- 100% offline & private — All processing happens locally; no data is ever sent to a server, no analytics, no tracking, no ads.
Who is it for?
- Marketing professionals: design branded, high-resolution QR codes with logos and custom colors for print campaigns.
- Event organizers: batch-generate QR codes for tickets, RSVPs, or attendee badges using CSV import.
- Privacy-conscious users: generate sensitive QR codes (e.g., WiFi passwords, personal contact info) offline with AES-256 encryption.
- Casual users: quickly create a QR code for a current webpage, share WiFi credentials, or scan a code from an image.
What can you do with it?
- Quick sharing: click the extension icon to instantly generate a QR code for the current URL, then copy or save it.
- Branded designs: customize dot patterns, colors, gradients, and logos to match your brand style, then export at 4000×4000px for print.
- Bulk operations: paste a list of URLs or upload a CSV file to create a ZIP folder of hundreds of QR codes, each using your chosen style.
- Animated content: create multi-frame animated QR codes with custom timing and looping for social media or digital displays.
- Secure sharing: encrypt QR code content with a password so only intended recipients can decode it.
How does it work?
- Install the extension from your browser's store (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Opera). No account or sign-up needed.
- Click & generate — click the extension icon on any page to generate a QR code for the current URL, or switch among 13+ content types.
- Customize — choose colors, patterns, logos, frames, and templates.
- Save or share — export as PNG, JPEG, or WebP (up to 4000px), copy to clipboard, or share directly.
Pricing
The entire extension and all its features—batch generation, animated QR codes, AES-256 encryption, advanced design kit—are 100% free with no paid tiers, no ads, and no upsells.
FAQ
Is Simple QR Code Generator really free?
Yes, completely free. All features are available to all users without any hidden costs or premium upgrades.
Does it collect any data?
No. The extension runs 100% locally in your browser. No data is sent to any server. There are no analytics, tracking pixels, or telemetry.
What types of QR codes can I create?
You can generate QR codes for website links, plain text, WiFi networks, contacts (vCard), phone numbers, SMS messages, email drafts, calendar events, cryptocurrency wallets (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, BCH), GPS locations, social media profiles (Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, GitHub), browser tabs, and animated QR codes.
How does password-protected encryption work?
When you set a password, the QR code content is encrypted with AES-256 using the Web Crypto API. Only someone entering the correct password can reveal the original content. All encryption happens locally.
Can I generate QR codes in bulk?
Yes, the Batch tab lets you enter multiple items (one per line) or import a CSV file. The extension generates all QR codes using your current style settings and packages them into a downloadable ZIP archive.
