How to Create a QR Code for Your WiFi Network
Sharing your WiFi password is awkward — guests squint at long strings of random characters and still mistype them. A WiFi QR code solves this: point a phone camera at it and you're connected instantly, no typing required.
How WiFi QR Codes Work
A WiFi QR code encodes a special text string in this format:
WIFI:T:WPA;S:YourNetworkName;P:YourPassword;;
When a smartphone camera scans this code, the operating system recognises the WIFI: prefix and offers to connect to that network automatically. This works natively on iOS 11+ and Android 10+ without any app.
Step-by-Step: Create a WiFi QR Code
- Open our WiFi QR Code Generator
- Enter your network name (SSID) — exactly as it appears in your WiFi settings
- Enter your WiFi password
- Select your security type — WPA/WPA2 for most modern routers; WEP for older ones; None for open networks
- Check the Hidden network box only if your SSID is not broadcast publicly
- Click Generate and download the QR code as a PNG
🔒 Privacy note
The QR code is generated entirely in your browser. Your network name and password are never sent to any server.
Where to Use Your WiFi QR Code
🏠Home
Print and frame it near your router or TV. Guests can connect without asking.
☕Café or restaurant
Display on the counter or on every table. Reduces staff interruptions.
🏢Office
Post in the reception area or meeting rooms for easy visitor access.
🏨Airbnb / holiday rental
Include in the welcome booklet so guests connect the moment they arrive.
How to Scan a WiFi QR Code
iPhone (iOS 11+)
Open the default Camera app and point it at the QR code. A banner appears at the top — tap it to join the network.
Android (Android 10+)
Open the Camera app and scan the code. Alternatively, go to Settings → WiFi → tap the ＋ icon → "Scan QR code".
Older Android
Use a QR scanner app such as Google Lens (pre-installed on most Android devices) to read the code and connect.
Security Considerations
- Print the QR code on a physical card rather than posting it publicly online — anyone who scans it gets your password
- Use a separate guest network with a different password if you run a public-facing business
- If you change your WiFi password, regenerate the QR code — the old one will no longer work
- Consider using a long, random password for your main network — since guests scan the QR they never need to type it
Create your WiFi QR code for free
Your password never leaves your browser.