Can a QR code contain plain text?
Yes. It can encode text as well as URLs and other short content.
How to make a QR code from a URL or text
A QR code turns short text or a URL into a scannable image that phones can read with a camera.
Enter the destination text, generate the QR code, then scan-test it before sharing.
Use a short, correct URL or text value, generate the QR image, and verify the preview with a phone before printing or publishing it.
Generate QR code →Create a QR code
- Enter the content.Paste the URL or short text that the code should contain.
- Choose an image size.512 × 512 is a practical general-purpose option.
- Generate the code.The page creates a black-and-white QR preview.
- Test before publishing.Scan the code with a phone and confirm it opens or displays the intended content.
QR images do not expire
The image itself keeps working; URL codes depend on the destination remaining available.
Leave clear space around the code
The quiet margin helps scanners recognize the QR pattern.
Common questions
What size should I use?
512 × 512 is a good general-purpose size; use 1024 × 1024 for a larger source image.
Should I test the QR code?
Yes. Always scan the finished code before printing or distributing it.