Why We Built OpenQR

One day, I needed to create a last-minute QR code for a conference. I quickly found that most free QR code generators either placed watermarks, required sign-ins, or asked for subscriptions.

Many of those sites also showed cookie pop-ups and plenty of extra content that didn’t make the tool easier to use. It made the process more complicated than it needed to be.

So I spent the next weekend building OpenQR — a simple, straightforward QR code generator designed to work without fuss or unnecessary barriers.

This site is for anyone who wants to create QR codes quickly, without tracking, sign-ups, or fees. Whether you’re running a small business, working on a project, or just need a quick code, OpenQR aims to make that easy and private.

The focus was on keeping the tool minimal and clear, so you can generate and download a QR code in seconds, without distractions or confusion.

Privacy was important. All QR code generation happens in your browser, and no data is saved or shared. No QR code is worth giving up your personal information.

If you want a reliable, free QR code generator that respects your privacy and keeps things simple, OpenQR is here for you.