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QR Code Types

The generator supports ten QR code types via the Type selector at the top of the tool. Every type is available to everyone, logged in or not — pick the one that matches what you want to encode.

Choose a type

  • Link

    A URL — the default type, for pointing at any web page.

  • Text

    Raw text, shown as-is when scanned.

  • vCard

    A digital contact card someone can save straight to their phone.

  • Wi-Fi

    Join a wireless network without typing the password.

  • Email

    Opens a pre-filled email draft.

  • Phone

    Starts a phone call to a number.

  • SMS

    Opens a pre-filled text message.

  • WhatsApp

    Opens a WhatsApp chat with a pre-filled message.

  • Location

    Opens the phone's maps app centered on a coordinate.

  • Event

    A calendar invite someone can add to their own calendar.