Is this WiFi QR code generator really free?

Yes, completely free! There are no hidden charges, subscriptions, or limitations. Generate as many WiFi QR codes as you need.

Is it safe to put my WiFi password in a QR code?

Yes. Our generator works entirely in your browser — your WiFi credentials are never sent to any server or stored anywhere. The QR code is generated locally on your device.

Which devices can scan WiFi QR codes?

Most modern smartphones support WiFi QR codes natively. iPhones running iOS 11 or later can scan them using the built-in Camera app. Android devices (version 10+) also support this through their camera.

What's the difference between WPA, WPA2, and WEP?

WPA2 and WPA3 are the most secure and commonly used WiFi encryption standards today. WPA is an older standard that is still widely compatible. WEP is outdated and less secure.

Can I customize how my QR code looks?

Absolutely! You can change the foreground and background colors, choose between square, dot, or rounded patterns, add frames and borders, upload a logo to place in the center, and adjust the size.

What format should I download — PNG or SVG?

PNG is perfect for most uses like printing, sharing on social media, or displaying digitally. SVG is a vector format that scales to any size without losing quality — ideal for large-format printing.

Will the QR code still work if I add a logo?

Yes! When you add a logo, the generator automatically increases the error correction level to 'High', which means the QR code can still be read even with up to 30% of it obscured.

Do I need to update the QR code if I change my WiFi password?

Yes. The QR code encodes the exact password you entered. If you change your WiFi password, you will need to generate and print a new QR code with the updated password.

Can I use this for my business or restaurant?

Of course! WiFi QR codes are perfect for cafes, restaurants, hotels, offices, co-working spaces, Airbnbs, and any venue that offers WiFi to guests.

What is a hidden network option?

Some WiFi networks are configured to not broadcast their network name (SSID). If your network is hidden, enable this option so the QR code includes the flag telling devices to look for the hidden network.

Does scanning a WiFi QR code use mobile data?

No. The QR code is decoded entirely on your phone — no internet connection is needed. Your phone reads the encoded text, parses the WiFi credentials, and connects directly to your local network.

Can I use the same QR code for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands?

If your router broadcasts both bands under the same network name (SSID), then yes — one QR code works for both. If you have separate names for each band, you will need a separate QR code for each.

How do I choose the right encryption type for my WiFi QR code?

Check your router admin settings. Most modern routers use WPA2 or WPA3. Select WPA/WPA2/WPA3 in the generator for these. If your router uses WEP, we recommend upgrading to WPA2 for better security.

About Us

Making WiFi Sharing Simple for Everyone

FreeWiFiQR was born from a frustration we all share: the awkward process of sharing WiFi passwords with guests, customers, and visitors.

Our Story

FreeWiFiQR started as a side project in late 2024 when our founder, a software developer based in Nova Scotia, Canada, was setting up guest WiFi for a family Airbnb property. He found himself repeatedly writing down passwords on sticky notes, texting credentials to guests, and dealing with the frustration of guests mistyping long, secure passwords.

The solution was obvious: a QR code that guests could scan to instantly connect. But existing tools were either paid, cluttered with ads before you could even use them, or — most concerning — required you to type your WiFi password into someone else's server.

That didn't sit right with us. A WiFi password is a key to your network. It shouldn't be uploaded to a remote server, stored in a database, or processed by someone else's code. So we built FreeWiFiQR with one non-negotiable principle: your WiFi credentials never leave your device.

Every QR code is generated entirely inside your browser using client-side JavaScript. No API calls, no server processing, no data transmission. When you type your password and click generate, the QR code is created in the same tab you're looking at — on your hardware, in your memory, under your control.

Why We Built This Tool

WiFi QR codes solve a real, everyday problem. Consider these scenarios:

Vacation rentals and Airbnbs: Guests arrive tired from travel. Instead of hunting for the welcome booklet or deciphering a handwritten note, they scan a framed QR code on the nightstand and they're connected in seconds.
Restaurants and cafés: Staff no longer need to repeat the password dozens of times per shift. A small QR code on each table lets every customer self-serve their connection.
Offices and coworking spaces: New visitors, clients, and freelancers can connect without bothering the receptionist or IT team. A printed QR code in the lobby or meeting room handles it silently.
Home gatherings: When friends come over, they don't need to squint at the tiny label on the back of your router. One scan, and they're on.
Events and conferences: Hundreds of attendees can connect simultaneously without a single support request, just by scanning a displayed QR code.

The common thread? Removing friction. WiFi QR codes take a 30-second, error-prone process and reduce it to a 2-second scan.

Our Principles

Privacy First, Always

Your WiFi password is processed entirely in your browser. We have no server-side password handling, no database storage, no analytics on credential content. We literally cannot see what you type.

Free Without Compromise

FreeWiFiQR is completely free to use — no account required, no trial period, no feature gating, and no ads getting in your way.

Universal Compatibility

We build for the real world, where people use iPhones, Androids, old tablets, and everything in between. Our QR codes follow the standard WIFI: URI scheme supported by virtually every modern device.

Built for Real People

Our interface is designed so that anyone — not just tech-savvy users — can create a WiFi QR code in under a minute. No jargon, no confusing options, just a clean, guided experience.

About Fundy Tech Solutions

FreeWiFiQR is developed and maintained by Fundy Tech Solutions Inc., a software company based in Nova Scotia, Canada. Named after the Bay of Fundy — home to the highest tides in the world — we build practical, well-crafted web tools that solve everyday problems.

We believe that useful software should be accessible to everyone. Not every tool needs a subscription. Not every service needs your personal data. Sometimes, a well-built utility that respects your privacy is exactly what the world needs.

Our small team focuses on building quality products rather than chasing growth metrics. Every feature in FreeWiFiQR exists because it solves a real problem for a real person, not because a roadmap demanded it.

How FreeWiFiQR Works — A Technical Overview

Transparency is part of our privacy commitment. Here's exactly how the tool works under the hood:

You enter your network name and password in the form fields. This data exists only in your browser's memory (the DOM).
When you click Generate, JavaScript running in your browser constructs a standard WiFi URI string in the format WIFI:T:WPA;S:YourNetwork;P:YourPassword;;
The QR code library (an open-source package) encodes that string into a QR matrix — a 2D barcode — entirely in the browser's JavaScript engine.
The result is drawn on an HTML Canvas element on your screen. No image is uploaded. No data is sent to any server.
When you download the QR code, the Canvas element is exported as a PNG or SVG file directly to your device's download folder.

At no point in this process does your password leave the JavaScript runtime in your browser tab. We don't intercept it, log it, or transmit it. The network requests you'd see in your browser's developer tools are limited to loading the page itself, fonts, and analytics scripts — none of which carry your WiFi credentials.

Open Standards We Follow

The WiFi QR code format we use is based on the ZXing open-source barcode library specification, which is the de facto standard used by Android, iOS Camera, and most third-party QR scanner apps. The URI format is:

WIFI:T:<encryption>;S:<SSID>;P:<password>;H:<hidden>;;

This format is recognized by iOS 11 and later, all modern Android devices, and popular scanner apps like Google Lens, Samsung Internet, and the built-in camera on most smartphones manufactured after 2018.

Get in Touch

Have questions, feedback, or a feature request? We'd love to hear from you.