How to create a WiFi QR code
- Enter your network name (SSID) exactly as it appears in your phone’s WiFi list. It is case-sensitive.
- Enter the password and choose the security type (WPA/WPA2/WPA3 for most routers).
- Check the preview, then download the code as PNG to print or share, or SVG for large prints.
Where to use it
A WiFi QR code saves guests from typing long passwords. Print it on a card by the front door, on the fridge, in a holiday rental welcome book, at a café counter, in a meeting room or on a hotel room tent card. Guests just open their camera, point it at the code and tap to join.
Finding your WiFi details
The network name and password are usually printed on a sticker on the router. If you changed them, you can see the saved password on a computer: on Windows, open Network & Internet settings, then your WiFi network’s properties; on a Mac, open Keychain Access and search for the network name. Your router’s admin page also shows both.
Your details stay private
The code is generated in your browser. Your network name and password are not sent anywhere or saved by us. Make a code for a link, email or phone number with the main QR Code Generator.
Designing a printable WiFi sign
Download the PNG and place it in any document or design tool with a short title such as “Scan to join our WiFi”. It is also a good idea to print the network name and password in plain text underneath for guests whose phones can’t scan codes, such as some older devices and laptops. Print the code at least 3 cm wide and laminate it if it will be handled often. In rentals and cafés, a small table stand or frame keeps it visible.
Guest networks
Most modern routers let you create a separate guest network. Guests get internet access but can’t see your computers, printers or smart home devices. Create the QR code for the guest network rather than your main one, especially in a business or rental property, and change the guest password from time to time; then print a new code.
Hidden networks and special characters
If your network name or password contains characters such as ; , : or ", they are escaped automatically so phones read them correctly. Hidden networks (networks that don’t broadcast their name) may need to be added manually on some phones even with a QR code.
Frequently asked questions
Does a WiFi QR code work on iPhone?
Yes. Since iOS 11 the iPhone camera recognizes WiFi QR codes. Point the camera at the code and tap the notification to join. Android phones do the same through the camera or the WiFi settings screen.
Is it safe to print my WiFi password as a QR code?
The password is stored in the code, so anyone who scans it can join. Display it where you would be happy to share the password, and consider a separate guest network for visitors.
What if I change my WiFi password?
Create a new code. Because the details are stored in the code itself, the old one will stop working after the password changes.
Which security type should I choose?
Choose WPA/WPA2/WPA3 for almost all modern routers. Use None only for open networks without a password.