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# Text QR Code Generator

Encode any plain-text message into a scannable QR. Free to use without an account, email address, or payment. The result downloads immediately after processing.

Encode any plain-text message into a scannable QR.

Make a QR that opens a plain-text message in the scanner. Useful for short notes, codes, IDs, instructions, or any text you want to share by scan.

- **Category:** QR
- **Availability:** Free to use without an account, email address, subscription, or payment.
- **Input:** Entered in the browser

## How it works

1. Type or paste your text.
2. Pick a size, colour, and error-correction level.
3. Process and download the print-ready PNG.

## Use cases

- Print short asset IDs or serial numbers as scannable QRs.
- Share a Wi-Fi guest password as a scannable text note.
- Encode a coupon or promo code on a printed flyer.
- Print short instructions on equipment, machines, or storage bins.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much text can I encode?

QRs support up to a few thousand characters in theory, but the more text you add, the denser the QR becomes. For reliable scanning, keep it under 300 characters.

### Will the scanner open a browser?

No. Plain-text QRs show the text inside the scanner app and offer a copy action. Use the URL type instead if you want the scanner to open a link.

### Can I include special characters?

Yes. UTF-8 is supported, so emoji, accents, and non-Latin characters all work.

### Does it track scans?

No. The text is encoded directly. There is no redirect, no analytics, and no tracking.

## Related tools

- [QR Code Generator](https://laurensdeleeuw.be/en/tools/qr-generator)
- [URL QR Code Generator](https://laurensdeleeuw.be/en/tools/url-qr-code-generator)
- [Wi-Fi QR Code Generator](https://laurensdeleeuw.be/en/tools/wifi-qr-generator)

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