how to make a QR code

How to Make a QR Code for Free

Learn how to create a QR code for a website, text, WiFi, WhatsApp, payment link, contact card, or event in a few minutes.

Choose the right QR type

Use a URL QR for webpages, WiFi QR for guest access, WhatsApp QR for chat, vCard QR for contact saving, and UPI QR for payments. Picking the right format improves scan success because the phone opens the expected app immediately.

Add the destination or details

Paste the URL, phone number, contact details, WiFi network, event information, or payment information into the matching generator. Keep the encoded content as short and clean as possible.

Customize without hurting scan rate

Use strong contrast, keep the background light, and avoid placing a large logo over the center. Branded QR codes work best when the design still feels simple.

Download and test

Download the largest PNG for print. Test the code on multiple phones and from the same distance people will scan it in real life.

Recommended tool

Use the QR Code Generator to create the QR code described in this guide.

FAQ

Can I create a QR code for free?

Yes. Static QR codes can be created and downloaded for free using the matching Zilly QR tool.

What is the easiest QR code to make?

A URL QR code is the easiest: paste a link, generate the code, test it, and download the PNG.