WiFi QR Code Generator

Create a printable WiFi QR code for your home, office, cafe, or restaurant. Guests scan it with their phone camera and connect instantly — no typing the password. Works on iPhone (iOS 11+), Android 10+, and most modern Android phones. Free, browser-based, no data stored.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

Enter QR Content

Choose a content type, then add the details to encode.

Network name

Security

Password

Hidden network

Scan reliability

Non-blocking checks for contrast, density, logo use, and print setup.

Check

Network name is required

Print tips

Scan the final QR with your phone before sending to print.
Keep the quiet zone (white margin) clear — do not crop the border.
Use strong color contrast: dark modules on a white or light background.
If you added a logo, keep it under 25% of the QR width and use error correction H.
Use SVG export for print — it scales to any size without pixelation.
For PNG, download at 1024px or larger and print at 300+ DPI.

Advanced payload details

Payloads can include private details such as passwords, phone numbers, or payment IDs.

No payload generated yet.

Customize Design

Use high contrast for better scanning.

Size

Use 512px or larger for print.

Colors

Foreground

Background

Test your QR code before printing.

Logo & advanced options

Transparent background

Quiet zone: 2

Error correction

Logo image

PNG or JPEG up to 500 KB.

Dot style

Eye style

Logo size: 20%

Logo padding: 8px

Client-Side Processing

Input Data Stays on Device

Instant Local Execution

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What is WiFi QR Code Generator?

A WiFi QR code encodes your network credentials in a standard format that iOS and Android camera apps can parse directly. When a guest points their phone camera at the QR code, the OS detects the WiFi payload and offers a one-tap "Connect to Network" prompt.

The payload format is: `WIFI:T:<security>;S:<SSID>;P:<password>;;` — where T is the encryption type (WPA/WEP/nopass), S is your network name (SSID), and P is the password. This tool generates the payload and wraps it in a downloadable QR code. Your password is never sent to any server — all processing runs locally in your browser.

How to Use WiFi QR Code Generator

Enter your WiFi network name (SSID) exactly as it appears in your router settings

Enter your WiFi password

Select the security type — WPA/WPA2 for most modern routers, WEP for older ones, or "None" for open networks

Optionally toggle "Hidden network" if your SSID is not broadcast

Customize the QR color and size if needed, then download PNG or SVG to print

Common Use Cases

Print a WiFi QR code for a cafe or restaurant table — guests scan to connect without asking staff
Frame a WiFi QR on a hotel room desk next to the TV remote
Put a WiFi QR code sticker on the router so guests can connect without finding the label
Add a WiFi QR to an Airbnb welcome card or house manual
Print a guest WiFi QR for a conference room or co-working space
Share your home WiFi with family during a visit without reading out the password

Example Input and Output

Generating a WiFi QR code for a cafe guest network:

WiFi QR settings

Network name (SSID): CafeGuest
Password: welcome2024
Security: WPA/WPA2
Hidden network: No

Generated QR encodes this payload

QR encodes: WIFI:T:WPA;S:CafeGuest;P:welcome2024;;

Scanned with: iPhone camera app / Android camera / Google Lens
Result: "Connect to CafeGuest?" prompt appears
Guest taps: Join — connected instantly

How This Tool Works

The tool constructs a WIFI URI string from the entered credentials, escaping any special characters per the WiFi QR specification. The URI is encoded into a QR matrix using the qr-code-styling library. The resulting QR code is rendered to an off-screen Canvas element and exported as a PNG Blob (via canvas.toBlob()) or SVG string. The generated file is offered as a download — nothing is stored server-side.

Technical Stack

qr-code-stylingWiFi mecard payload formatHTML Canvas APIClient-side onlyNo external APIs

Privacy First

Your WiFi password is processed entirely in your browser. It is never transmitted to our servers, stored, or logged anywhere. The QR image is generated locally and downloaded directly to your device.

Best Practices for Printed WiFi QR Codes

Laminate the printed QR if it will be in a humid environment like a cafe or kitchen. Place it 1–1.5m from the floor so it is at a comfortable scan height. Avoid placing it behind glossy surfaces that cause glare. Download SVG for the crispest print at any size.

WiFi Payload Format

The WiFi QR code uses the mecard-based WIFI payload format: WIFI:T:<WPA|WEP|nopass>;S:<SSID>;P:<password>;H:<true|false>;;. This is the standard recognized by iOS Camera, Android Camera, and Google Lens natively. Special characters in SSID or password (semicolon, backslash, comma, colon, quote) are automatically escaped.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does WiFi QR code work on iPhone?

Yes. Apple added native WiFi QR code support in iOS 11. Open the Camera app, point it at the QR code — a "Join Network" banner appears at the top. Tap it to connect. No additional app needed. Works on iPhone 6s and later running iOS 11+.

Does WiFi QR code work on Android?

Yes, natively on Android 10 and later. Open the Camera app and point at the QR code — a connection prompt appears. On Android 9 and earlier, use Google Lens or a QR scanner app. Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and most modern Android cameras also support it directly.

Which security type should I choose?

Choose WPA/WPA2 for all modern routers (2008 and later). Choose WEP only if your router is very old and doesn't support WPA — WEP is insecure and should be avoided. Choose "None" only for intentionally open public networks with no password.

What is a hidden SSID and when should I enable it?

A hidden network does not broadcast its name in the list of available WiFi networks — the user must know the exact SSID to connect manually. If your router is configured to hide the SSID, toggle "Hidden network" on in this tool so the QR payload includes the hidden flag. Most home and business networks are not hidden.

Is my WiFi password safe in the QR code?

Your password is encoded inside the QR code image — anyone who scans it can connect to your network. This is intentional: the QR code is a convenience mechanism for sharing credentials you would otherwise hand out verbally. Keep it in a controlled location. Your password is never sent to our servers — the QR is generated entirely in your browser.

What size should I print the WiFi QR code?

For a table tent or counter card: 2×2 to 3×3 inches. For a framed sign: 4×4 to 6×6 inches. Always download SVG for print — it scales perfectly. Phones typically need at least 2.5cm (~1 inch) QR size to scan reliably from 15–30cm distance.

Can I add my cafe or business logo to the WiFi QR?

Yes. Use the full QR Code Generator with logo support, select WiFi type, fill in the credentials, then upload your logo in the Design panel. Use error correction level H so the QR stays scannable with the logo in the center.

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