WiFi QR Code Generator
Create a QR code that lets guests connect to your WiFi instantly. No typing passwords, no hassle.
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How Should You Use WiFi QR Codes?
Choose static when the encoded information will never change. Choose dynamic when you need to edit the destination after printing, track scans, pause a campaign, or keep a stable short link while the destination changes.
Best For
Campaigns where the scanner expects a focused destination and you may need analytics, design control, or a destination you can update later.
Not Best For
Cases where another QR type is more specific, such as PDF for files, vCard for contact saving, WiFi for network access, or menu QR for restaurant menus.
Before Printing
Test the final QR at real size, confirm the quiet zone, and use the size calculator when the code will appear on signs, packaging, menus, cards, or other printed material.
A WiFi QR code encodes a network name, password, and security type in the standard WIFI: format, so guests scan it with their phone camera and join the network in one tap, with no password typed and no app installed. Native scanning works on iPhone since iOS 11 and on Android since version 10, which covers virtually every phone in use today. WiFi codes are also among the most re-scanned codes in existence: QRLynx scan benchmark data shows 31% of all scans are repeat visits, and codes posted for WiFi networks, menus, and schedules are the named reason: the same guests scan the same table tent every visit. The code itself works offline on both sides, never expires, and supports WPA2, WPA3, open networks, and hidden SSIDs; if the password changes, generate and print a fresh code.
Why Use WiFi QR Codes?
Provide seamless internet access for your guests while keeping your network secure. WiFi QR codes improve hospitality and remove the frustration of sharing complex passwords manually.
Instant Connection
Guests simply scan the QR code with their phone camera and connect instantly. No need to manually enter network names or complex passwords.
Secure Sharing
Share your WiFi securely without revealing the password verbally or in plain text. Perfect for maintaining network security while providing access.
Fully Customizable
Match your brand with custom colors, add your logo, and choose from multiple styles. Create QR codes that look professional and on-brand.
Popular Use Cases
From hospitality to home use, WiFi QR codes are the modern standard for network sharing. See how they enhance the guest experience in any setting.
Restaurants & Cafes
Place QR codes on tables, menus, or at the counter. Customers love free WiFi, and scanning is faster than asking for the password.
WIFI:S:MyCafe;T:WPA;P:pass;;
Hotels & Airbnb
Add WiFi QR codes to welcome cards, room directories, or frame them at the entrance. Guests connect instantly without calling reception.
WIFI:S:HotelGuest;T:WPA;P:pass;;
Offices & Coworking
Onboard new employees and visitors quickly. Display QR codes in meeting rooms, lobbies, and common areas for easy guest network access.
WIFI:S:OfficeGuest;T:WPA;P:pass;;
Homes & Events
Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or simply making it easy for friends to connect. Frame a stylish QR code in your living room.
WIFI:S:OurHome;T:WPA;P:pass;;
Choosing the Right Settings for a WiFi QR Code
Match the code to your router's security so every phone joins on the first scan.
| Your network | What to select | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| WPA2 or WPA3 personal (most homes and businesses) | WPA/WPA2 | Phones negotiate the strongest protocol automatically |
| Open network (no password) | None / open | Common for cafés and guest networks, where anyone can join |
| Hidden SSID | Enable the hidden-network option | The code carries the name so phones can find it |
| Enterprise (802.1X / per-user logins) | Not supported by the WIFI: standard | Share a guest network QR instead |
Where WiFi QR Codes Earn Their Keep
The format is a plain-text standard (WIFI:S:NetworkName;T:WPA;P:password;;), so the code works with every modern phone camera and never depends on QRLynx or any other service being online. Print placements do the work: table tents in cafés, framed cards in rentals, and check-in folders in hotels turn the most-asked question into a one-tap scan. For the full property playbook see QR codes for hotels, and for the dining-room side see QR codes for restaurants. The Airbnb WiFi guide and the restaurant and café guide cover placement, sizing, and wording that guests actually notice, and the step-by-step tutorial walks through every option. One honest caveat: anyone who scans the code can read the stored password, so put guest traffic on a guest network and keep the office SSID off the wall.
How to Create a WiFi QR Code
Get online in three steps. Securely encode your network credentials into a scannable QR code.
Enter Your WiFi Details
Type your network name (SSID), password, and select your security type (WPA/WPA2 is most common). For hidden networks, simply check the hidden network option.
Customize Your Design
Choose colors that match your brand, select a style you like, and optionally add your logo. Pro users can remove the watermark for a cleaner look.
Download & Display
Download your QR code in PNG, PDF, or SVG format. Print it, frame it, or add it to your materials. Guests scan with any smartphone camera to connect instantly.
What a WiFi QR Code Actually Encodes: The WIFI: Format Decoded
A WiFi QR code doesn't store a link; it stores a short, structured text string in the WIFI: URI format that phone cameras parse natively. A typical code reads WIFI:T:WPA;S:MyNetwork;P:mypassword;H:false;;. Here is what each field means, so you know exactly what is baked into the code.
| Field | Key | What it carries | Accepted values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scheme prefix | WIFI: | Tells the scanner this is a network credential, not a URL | Always literal WIFI: |
| Authentication | T: | Encryption type the phone should use to join | WPA (covers WPA/WPA2/WPA3), WEP, or nopass for open networks |
| Network name | S: | The SSID the phone connects to | Your exact network name, case-sensitive |
| Password | P: | The pre-shared key; omitted entirely for open networks | The Wi-Fi password, case-sensitive |
| Hidden network | H: | Whether the SSID is non-broadcasting | true or false (omit if not hidden) |
| Terminator | ;; | Marks the end of the credential block | Always two semicolons |
Special characters must be escaped. If your SSID or password contains a semicolon, comma, colon, backslash, or double quote (; , : \ "), each one must be prefixed with a backslash inside the code, otherwise scanners truncate the value at the stray character and the join fails. Our generator escapes these for you automatically; hand-built strings often miss it.
WPA3 networks: use T:WPA, because the format has no separate WPA3 token, and modern phones negotiate the strongest protocol the router offers. Because the password is stored as plain text inside the code, treat a printed WiFi QR like a printed password: fine for a guest network, riskier for your primary one. For a network whose password changes often, a dynamic QR pointing at a credentials page lets you update access without reprinting the code.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about WiFi QR codes. Learn about security, compatibility, and support for hidden networks.
What is a WiFi QR code?
A WiFi QR code is a scannable code that contains your network credentials. When someone scans it with their smartphone, they automatically connect to your WiFi network without manually entering the password.
Is it safe to share WiFi credentials via QR code?
Yes, WiFi QR codes are secure. The credentials are encoded in the QR code itself and transmitted directly to the scanning device. Unlike sharing passwords verbally or via text, QR codes reduce the risk of passwords being intercepted or misremembered.
What devices can scan WiFi QR codes?
Most modern smartphones can scan WiFi QR codes natively. iPhone users can use the built-in Camera app (iOS 11+), and Android users can use their camera app or Google Lens. No additional apps are required.
Can I create a QR code for a hidden WiFi network?
Yes, our WiFi QR code generator supports hidden networks. Simply enable the 'Hidden Network' option when creating your QR code, and the generated code will work correctly for hidden SSIDs.
What encryption types are supported?
We support all major WiFi encryption protocols including WPA/WPA2 (most common), WPA3, WEP (legacy), and open networks without encryption.
Can I customize the look of my WiFi QR code?
Absolutely! You can customize colors, add your logo, choose different styles, and match your brand identity. Pro users get access to advanced features like password protection, expiry rules, and smart redirect rules.
Does a WiFi QR code work without internet?
Yes. The network credentials are encoded in the QR pattern itself, so scanning and joining needs no internet connection on either side: the code simply hands the phone your network name and password.
What happens if I change my WiFi password?
A WiFi QR code is static: the credentials are baked into the pattern, so a password change means generating and printing a fresh code. Keep the code file saved so a reprint takes a minute.
Can iPhones scan WiFi QR codes?
Yes. iOS has supported WiFi QR codes natively in the Camera app since iOS 11 (2017), so point the camera, tap the banner, and the phone joins the network. Android has the same built-in support since Android 10.
Is it safe to share my WiFi with a QR code?
The code stores the password in readable form, so treat it like writing the password on the wall: perfect for guest networks and public spaces, not for your private office SSID. Use a guest network for scanned access.