How to make a WiFi QR code
- Enter the network name (SSID)Type it exactly as it appears in your phone's WiFi list. Upper and lower case matter.
- Enter the password and security typeMost home and office routers use WPA2 or WPA3, so choose "WPA / WPA2 / WPA3". Pick "None" for an open guest network.
- Tick "Hidden network" if neededOnly if your router does not broadcast its name.
- Download and printPrint it on a card for the living room, the office reception or your café tables. Our printable templates include a ready-made WiFi card.
How does a WiFi QR code work?
A WiFi QR code contains a short piece of text in a standard format that both iPhone and Android understand:
WIFI:T:WPA;S:MyNetwork;P:MyPassword;;
T is the security type, S is the network name and P is the password. When a phone camera reads this text it offers a "Join network" button. There is no app to install and no internet connection is needed to read the code, because the login details are inside the code itself.
Special characters such as ;, ,, :, " and \ have a meaning in this format, so they must be "escaped" with a backslash. Many generators forget this and the code silently fails for passwords like coffee;time. This tool escapes them for you automatically, and the built-in scan test confirms the result.
Which phones can scan a WiFi QR code?
- iPhone and iPad: iOS 11 or later, straight from the Camera app.
- Android: Android 10 or later from the camera or the WiFi settings screen ("Scan QR code"). Older phones can use Google Lens.
- Windows and Mac laptops usually can't scan, so keep the password written somewhere for them too.
Where to use a WiFi QR code
- At home: a framed card for visitors, babysitters and family.
- Holiday rentals and Airbnb: put it in the welcome book; guests connect in seconds and you get fewer messages.
- Cafés, restaurants and hotels: a table card or a sticker on the counter. Pair it with a menu QR code.
- Offices and events: reception desks, meeting rooms and conference badges.
Security tips
Anyone who can see the code can join your network, exactly as if they could read the password. So:
- Create a separate guest network on your router and put that in the code, not your main network.
- Use WPA2 or WPA3 security. WEP is outdated and easy to crack.
- If you change the password, print a new code. Old codes simply stop connecting.
Because this generator runs entirely in your browser, your password is never uploaded or stored anywhere. Read the full walkthrough in our guide How to create a WiFi QR code.
WiFi QR codes in bulk
For hotels, holiday rental companies and offices with many networks, use the bulk generator: choose Each row is: a WiFi login and upload a spreadsheet with ssid, password and security columns. You get one code per room or floor, with an optional room number as frame text, as images or on Avery labels.
Rotating guest passwords
If you change the guest password every month, keep the design in your browser (it's saved automatically), change only the password, and print new cards. Your recent codes are listed under "Recent codes on this device" so you can reopen last month's details quickly.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to put my WiFi password in a QR code?
It is as safe as writing the password on a card: anyone who scans it can join. Use a guest network for visitors. The code itself is created in your browser, so we never see your password.
Does a WiFi QR code need internet to work?
No. The network name and password are stored in the code, so a phone can read it offline and connect directly to your router.
Which security type should I choose?
Choose "WPA / WPA2 / WPA3" for almost every modern router. Phones work out the exact version automatically. Choose WEP only for very old equipment, and "None" for open networks.
Why does my WiFi QR code not connect?
Check that the network name and password match exactly, including capital letters and spaces, and that the security type is right. If the router uses 5 GHz only, older phones may not see it.
Will the QR code still work if I change my WiFi password?
No. The old password is stored in the code. Make a new code after changing it. It takes a few seconds and the design is remembered.
Can I add my logo or a "Scan for WiFi" frame?
Yes. Use the Logo and Frame sections. We pre-selected a "SCAN FOR WIFI" banner; you can change the text and colors.
Does it work with hidden networks?
Yes. Tick "Hidden network" so phones know to look for a network that does not broadcast its name.
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