Free text QR code generator
Encode a short message, instructions or a reference number. Phones show the text directly when scanned, with no internet connection needed.
Free QR code generator
Generated privately in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Four-module quiet zone included. Start at 3 cm in print; test with your own phones at the intended distance.
How to make a text QR code
Enter your text details
Fill in the fields above. The QR code updates instantly as you type.
Check the preview
Scan the preview with your phone camera to confirm it opens what you expect.
Download PNG or SVG
Use SVG for print at any size, or PNG for screens and documents.
Popular uses
- Product serial numbers and instructions on packaging
- Scavenger hunts, classroom activities and event clues
- Short notes that should work without a website
Text QR code FAQ
How much text can a QR code hold?
This generator accepts up to 2,000 bytes. Shorter text makes a less dense code that scans more reliably, especially when printed small.
Does a text QR code need internet?
No. The text is stored inside the QR code itself, so phones can read it offline.
Need to edit it later or count scans?
Dynamic QR codes keep the same printed code while you change the destination, and show total and unique scans.
See dynamic QR codes