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Wi-Fi QR Code Generator
Create a Wi-Fi QR code for a guest network so phones can join by scanning instead of typing the network name and password.
Mode
Wi-Fi
Payload chars
58
Correction
M
Output
PNG
QR inputs
Generate scannable QR codes
QR code result
Assumptions
Wi-Fi QR Code Generator guide
A QR page should match the action people expect after scanning, not just produce a square image.
Best use cases
- Guest networks in offices, cafes, clinics, hotels, and short-term rentals.
- Events where attendees need temporary network access.
- Home guest Wi-Fi signs that avoid spelling out a long password.
Fields to verify
- Enter the exact network name, including capitalization and spaces.
- Choose the correct security type: WPA/WPA2, WEP, or no password.
- Only mark the network hidden if devices must manually join a hidden SSID.
Scan quality checks
Wi-Fi QR codes are often scanned from signs, counters, rental binders, meeting rooms, or point-of-sale areas, so print size and contrast matter more than decoration.
Keep the code high contrast, leave a clear quiet margin, and test the exported PNG on the devices and printed size people will actually use.
Privacy and payload safety
Wi-Fi QR codes can expose a password, so they are best paired with guest networks, short-term access, or controlled placement.
PlanetToolbox builds the QR payload in the browser. Anyone who scans the final code can read or use what is encoded inside it.
Frequently asked questions
How does a Wi-Fi QR code work?
A Wi-Fi QR code stores the network name, security type, password, and hidden-network flag in a format that compatible phones can read.
Should I put my main Wi-Fi password in a QR code?
Use a guest network when possible. Anyone who can scan or photograph the QR code may be able to join the encoded network.
Can the Wi-Fi QR code be printed?
Yes, but test the printed size, contrast, and scan distance before placing it in an office, rental, event, or public space.
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