Free QR code scanner and generator

Scan, check and design QR codes and barcodes.

BlackStar QR Scanner combines fast camera scanning, local link hints, product information, code creation and an organized local library in one calm Android app.

  • Fast scanning
  • Local link checks
  • Product details
  • QR cards & labels

Free to use. Subtle ads support ongoing development.

Free web generator

Create a QR code or barcode directly in your browser

For text, links, Wi-Fi, email, phone, SMS and simple barcodes, you can generate a code without installing the app and download it as a PNG. Your input stays local in your browser.

Create codes

Version 2.0

More than a quick scanner

The app combines camera scanning, code creation, a local library, templates and local link safety hints in a calm dark interface.

Scan clearly

QR codes, barcodes and web links are detected quickly and displayed in a readable result view.

Create codes

Create QR codes for text, links, Wi-Fi, contacts, email, SMS and locations.

Use the library

Save scanned and generated codes locally in folders and reuse them later.

Look up products

Product barcodes can show details, be copied and used with external product search or price comparison services.

QR cards and business cards

A designer for cards, labels and templates

Design QR cards with layouts, colors, fonts, logos, backgrounds and positioning. The QR code stays visible while text and visual details remain flexible.

  • Business cards with contact QR codes
  • Free QR cards for notes, links and signs
  • Product labels and barcode labels
  • Save, share and edit again later
Business card designer in BlackStar QR Scanner Saved QR business card

Local link check

Helpful hints before opening a link

Web links can be checked locally on your device for suspicious patterns such as unsafe protocols, unusual characters, link shorteners or very long URLs. The local check does not send the link to an external security service.

Highlights

The most important views

Scanner with detected barcode status
Fast scanning
Result screen with local security check
Check links
Product and barcode result with quick actions
Product & barcode tools
Code creation with multiple code types
Create codes
Ready-made templates for QR cards and labels
Ready-made templates
Business card designer with layout and color sections
Business card designer
Saved QR code with preview and actions
Save and organize
Library with folders
Keep codes organized

Android app

Ready for QR codes and barcodes in everyday use.

Open BlackStar QR Scanner