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QR Code & Barcode Scanner / Reader

Scan QR codes and 1D barcodes directly using your webcam camera or by uploading an image file.

QR Code & Barcode Scanner

100% Browser Privacy

Scan QR codes & 1D barcodes instantly using your camera or by uploading an image photo.

Webcam Camera Feed

Scanned Result

No Scanned Code Yet

Point your camera at a QR code or upload a photo.

What does QR Code & Barcode Scanner / Reader do?

To scan a QR code or barcode, allow camera access or upload an image file to ReadyForFile's free online QR Code & Barcode Scanner / Reader. Decode website links, Wi-Fi credentials, and barcodes locally in your web browser with zero server uploads.

About QR Code & Barcode Scanner / Reader

A free online browser-based QR code and barcode scanner. Read QR codes, Wi-Fi credentials, vCard contact cards, URLs, and 1D barcodes (EAN-13, CODE128, UPC-A, CODE39) in real time using your webcam, mobile camera, or by uploading an image photo. Instant auto-actions allow opening links, connecting to Wi-Fi, saving contact cards, or copying barcode numbers. All scanning runs 100% locally in your browser for complete data privacy.

Features & Capabilities

Live Camera Scanner mode (Webcam / Mobile Camera with camera selector)
Image File Upload scanner (decode QR and barcodes from photos)
Supports QR codes and 1D Linear Barcodes (CODE128, EAN-13, UPC-A, CODE39)
Smart Content Inspector: auto-detects URLs, Wi-Fi, vCard, Email, SMS, Phone
One-click actions: Open URL, Copy Password, Save Contact, Copy Barcode
Scanned History Log with quick copy and clear options
100% client-side execution with total camera stream privacy

Common Scenarios & Use Cases

Scanning QR codes on desktop computers without needing a mobile phone
Decoding Wi-Fi QR codes on printed cards to reveal the network password
Reading product 1D barcodes (EAN-13, CODE128) from photo uploads for inventory verification
Extracting URLs, emails, or vCard contacts from scanned document photos

How to Use QR Code & Barcode Scanner / Reader

Select Camera Mode or Upload Image

Click 'Live Camera Scanner' to use your webcam, or 'Upload Image File' to select a photo.

Point Camera or Select File

Align the QR code/barcode inside the scanning viewfinder, or drop an image file.

View Scanned Data & Take Action

Instantly view the decoded text, open the website URL, copy Wi-Fi passwords, or save contacts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my camera stream or uploaded photo sent to any server?

No! All camera frames and image files are decoded 100% locally inside your web browser using client-side JavaScript. Your camera stream and personal photos never leave your device.

Can I scan a QR code from a screenshot or image file?

Yes! Switch to the 'Upload Image File' tab and drag & drop any screenshot or photo containing a QR code or barcode.

Which barcode types are supported?

The scanner supports standard QR Codes, Micro QR codes, and 1D Linear Barcodes (including CODE128, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, CODE39, and ITF).

How do I scan a Wi-Fi QR code to view the password?

Scan the Wi-Fi QR code using your camera or image upload. The smart inspector will parse the Wi-Fi string and display the Network SSID and Password clearly with a Copy Password button.

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