Live camera scan
Use your computer, tablet or phone camera. Perfect for checking a physical document, flyer or label in front of you — no app to install.
Free online tool
Get security estimates with the QR Scanner
Scan a QR code with your camera or import a photo. Instantly see the encoded content and a security estimate before opening the link.
Ideal for checking a QR code found in a shop window, flyer, parcel or menu — with no app to install.
2 ways to read
Two simple ways to decode your QR codes
Image or screenshot upload
Got a QR code by email, WhatsApp or as a screenshot? Upload the photo (PNG, JPG, WebP) to extract its content in one click.
How does the security estimate work?
Quishing (QR code phishing) is on the rise. Our tool analyzes the encoded URL before your browser opens it.
Real destination analysis
We check whether the QR code hides a shortened URL or a suspicious chain of redirects.
Protocol & domain check
Security certificates (HTTPS) and domain name analysis to detect typosquatting (fake official sites).
Immediate protection
You stay in control: the link never opens automatically without your confirmation.
Suspicion scale
Understanding the suspicion score
The higher the score, the riskier the link looks. Here is the scale we use:
Probably safe
0-20Standard HTTPS with no obvious warning signs
Worth checking
21-50Unusual elements: verify the destination
Suspicious
51–80Risk signals (HTTP, doubtful host, etc.)
Very suspicious
81–100Potentially dangerous content: do not open it
Everyday uses & best practices
When and why use our QR Scanner?
Invoices & payments
Check that a payment QR code leads to your supplier’s official bank details or payment gateway.
Social media & messaging
Analyze QR codes received as images before opening an unknown link.
Public spaces & parking meters
Avoid fake stickers on charging stations, parking meters or display panels.
Parcels & notices
Quickly decode tracking URLs or text IDs on your deliveries.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers about scanning QR codes and checking links.
On the x-qrcode QR Scanner page, allow camera access and point at the QR code. You can also upload a photo of the code if your device has no usable camera.
Yes. The tool runs entirely in the browser: no app to download to read the QR code and display the URL.
After scanning, x-qrcode shows the code content and a security estimate (HTTPS, phishing signals, AI score). A high score means you should avoid opening the link.
No. It is an indicative estimate, not antivirus software. It helps spot risky patterns, but you remain responsible for deciding whether to open a link.
Decoding happens in your browser. The AI estimate may send the URL to our API for analysis and caching; it is not meant to be published as a personal history.
Yes. x-qrcode also lets you create simple or multi-link QR codes, customize them and track scans. Use Create my QR code to get started.
You scanned… ready to create your own?
Go beyond raw links. Create secure QR codes, on-brand and with real-time scan statistics.
- Free to start
- Statistics included
- Visual customization