Why use a WiFi QR code?
Typing a long WiFi password is annoying — and reading it aloud letter by letter is worse. A WiFi QR code lets guests join your network by simply pointing their phone camera at it. No typing, no mistakes, no sharing the password out loud in front of the whole café.
This is a must-have for restaurants, cafés, hotels, Airbnbs, offices and events. Print the code on a table tent, stick it on the wall near the entrance, or add it to your welcome booklet. Guests connect in seconds, and you never have to deal with "what's the WiFi password?" again. It also keeps your actual password semi-private: most phones join without displaying it.
How to create a WiFi QR code
1. Enter your network name (SSID) exactly as it appears — WiFi names are case-sensitive.
2. Enter the password and choose the security type (WPA/WPA2 is the most common; pick "None" for open networks).
3. The QR code updates instantly as you type. Adjust colors and size if you like.
4. Download as PNG for screens and documents, or SVG for crisp printing at any size — perfect for posters and table cards.
Tips for printed WiFi codes
Use high error correction if the code will be printed small or might get smudged. Keep strong contrast (dark code on a light background) so every phone camera can read it. Test-scan with both an iPhone and an Android phone before printing a hundred copies — iPhones read WiFi codes directly in the Camera app, and most Android phones do too.
Need other kinds of QR codes? Try the vCard QR code for digital business cards or the general QR code generator for links and text.
Frequently asked questions
Do guests need an app to scan the WiFi QR code?
No. iPhones scan it with the built-in Camera app, and most Android phones do the same. The phone shows a prompt to join the network — one tap and they are connected.
Is my WiFi password exposed?
The password is encoded in the QR code, so anyone who scans it can join. Phones typically join without showing the password text, but treat the printed code like the password itself: keep it where only intended guests see it.
Do these QR codes expire?
Never. They are static codes — the network details live inside the code itself, with no subscription or redirect service involved.
What if I change my WiFi password later?
You will need to generate and reprint the code, since the old one contains the old password. Consider this when placing printed codes in hard-to-reach spots.
Which security type should I choose?
WPA/WPA2 covers almost all modern home and business routers. Choose WEP only for very old equipment, and "None" for open guest networks without a password.
SVG or PNG — which should I download?
SVG for print: it scales to any size without blurring, ideal for posters and table tents. PNG for digital use: documents, slides and messaging apps.