Free Online Barcode & QR Code Scanner
Fast, private, in-browser scanner. Works on iPhone, Android, Mac, and Windows with zero app installs.
How to Scan Barcodes and QR Codes Online
Simple, instant scanning right from your browser in two easy ways.
Option 1: Scan Using Your Camera
- Select Live Camera: Ensure the "Live Camera" tab is selected above.
- Allow Camera Access: Click "Allow" when your web browser asks for camera permission.
- Point & Scan: Center the barcode or QR code inside the green brackets to instantly decode.
Option 2: Scan from an Image or Screenshot
- Switch to Upload: Click the "Upload Image" tab above the scanner.
- Add Your File: Drag and drop your picture, browse your files, or press Ctrl+V / Cmd+V to paste.
- Instant Result: The image is processed locally in seconds and the contents are revealed.
Supported Barcode & QR Code Formats
Decodes all international 1D and 2D optical symbologies with high speed.
QR Code
URLs, contacts, WiFi & payment links
EAN-13 & EAN-8
Global retail supermarket products
UPC-A & UPC-E
North American retail point-of-sale
Code 128
Logistics, packaging, FedEx & UPS
Code 39
Industrial, military & inventory tags
Data Matrix
Electronics, components & healthcare
Aztec Code
Airline boarding passes & transit tickets
ITF (Interleaved 2 of 5)
Warehouse & carton labeling
Why Ekutu QR Scanner is 100% Free & Private
Built with modern web standards to respect your privacy and provide top performance.
Zero Server Transfers
Camera streams and uploaded pictures are evaluated strictly inside your browser using local JavaScript and WebAssembly. Nothing is ever uploaded or stored.
Instant Real-Time Detection
Leverages hardware-accelerated Barcode Detection APIs where available for sub-50ms scanning response with near-zero latency.
Seamless QR Code Generation
Need to duplicate or modernize a legacy barcode? Convert any scanned value into a stylish, custom QR code in one click.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about scanning codes online with Ekutu QR.
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