Use your webcam or built-in camera to scan QR codes in real-time. Our webcam QR scanner works directly in your browser — no app installation, no plugin, no hassle. It is perfect for desktop users who want to scan QR codes without reaching for a phone. Whether you are testing QR codes during a design project, scanning codes from printed materials, or decoding codes on a computer screen, our webcam scanner handles it instantly.
Click "Start Camera" and allow browser access to your webcam. Position the QR code in front of the camera and hold it steady. The scanner continuously analyzes the video feed and detects the QR code as soon as it is visible. When a code is found, the result appears below the camera view. To stop scanning, close the browser or click the "Stop Camera" area. If the camera does not start, ensure your browser has permission and no other app is using the webcam.
Webcam scanners are ideal for desktop workflows. When you are working on a computer and need to scan a QR code, switching to your phone is inconvenient. Our webcam scanner keeps everything on one device. It is also useful for testing QR codes: after generating a QR code, hold the printed version up to your webcam to verify it scans correctly. No phone, no app, no data transfer required.
Check browser permissions. In Chrome, click the camera icon in the URL bar and allow access.
Yes. It works on macOS, Windows, Linux, and Chromebooks.
Yes. Any camera the operating system recognizes will work.
No. If you do not have a webcam, use the "Upload QR Image" option instead.
Yes. It is completely free with no signup.