How to Create a WiFi QR Code: Share Your Network Instantly

Stop spelling out your WiFi password letter by letter. A WiFi QR code lets guests connect to your network with a single scan. Works on every modern smartphone, no app required.

What Is a WiFi QR Code?

A WiFi QR code encodes your network name (SSID), password, and security type into a scannable format. When someone scans it with their phone camera, they get a prompt to join your network automatically. No typing, no mistakes, no repeating "that's a zero, not an O".

This works natively on iOS (11 and later) and Android (10 and later). The phone's built-in camera app handles everything. Earlier versions may need a QR scanner app, but most devices in use today support it out of the box.

How to Create a WiFi QR Code

Select WiFi as Your Content Type

On the LinkScan homepage, choose "WiFi" from the content type options. This reveals the WiFi-specific input fields.

Enter Your Network Details

Type your network name (SSID) exactly as it appears on your router. Enter your password and select your security type (usually WPA/WPA2 for modern networks).

Customise (Optional)

Switch to the Design tab to change colours or add a logo. For home use, the default black-and-white is fine. For businesses, brand colours make it recognisable.

Download and Print

Download your code as PNG or SVG. Print it, frame it, stick it on your router, or add it to your welcome pack. Done.

Create Your WiFi Code Now

Takes about 30 seconds. No account needed.

Create WiFi QR Code

Where to Use WiFi QR Codes

Once you have your code, the question is where to put it. Here are the most practical spots:

At Home

Frame it in your hallway or living room
Stick it on the fridge
Add to your guest bedroom
Print on a welcome card for Airbnb guests

For Business

Table tents in cafes and restaurants
Reception desk in offices
Waiting rooms and lobbies
Conference room walls

Finding Your WiFi Details

Not sure what your network credentials are? Here is how to find them:

Check your router: Most routers have a sticker on the bottom or back with the default network name and password.
On Windows: Open Settings, go to Network & Internet, click on your connected network, then "View" next to the password field.
On Mac: Open Keychain Access, search for your network name, and check "Show password".
On your phone: iOS 16+ and Android 10+ can share WiFi passwords via QR code directly from settings.

The security type is almost always WPA2 for modern networks. If your network is from the last decade, WPA2 is a safe bet. Only select WEP for very old networks, or "None" for open networks.

Security Considerations

Your WiFi password is encoded directly into the QR code. Anyone who scans it can connect to your network. This is the whole point, but it comes with considerations:

Keep in Mind

Do not post your home WiFi QR code publicly online
For businesses, consider a separate guest network
If you change your password, you will need a new QR code
The QR code itself is not encrypted, just encoded

For most home and business use cases, the convenience far outweighs the risk. You are essentially giving guests your password anyway. The QR code just makes it frictionless.

Guest Networks: The Smart Approach

If you are running a business or hosting frequently, consider setting up a dedicated guest network on your router. Most modern routers support this feature. Benefits include:

Isolation: Guests cannot access your main network devices (printers, NAS, smart home gear)
Bandwidth control: Some routers let you limit guest network speed
Easy password changes: Update the guest password without affecting your main network
Separate QR code: Share the guest code freely while keeping your primary network private

Static vs Dynamic WiFi Codes

For most home users, a static WiFi code is the right choice. It works offline, requires no account, and your credentials never leave your browser. Generate it, print it, done.

Static (No Account)

Works offline (no internet needed to scan)
No server dependency
Complete privacy
Best for home networks

Dynamic (With Account)

Update password without reprinting
Track how many people connect
See scan locations and devices
Best for businesses

When Dynamic WiFi Codes Make Sense

If you run a business with a guest network, dynamic WiFi codes unlock useful capabilities. Logged-in users can create dynamic WiFi codes that store credentials on our servers and track engagement.

Update without reprinting. Change your guest WiFi password monthly for security? With a dynamic code, update the password in your dashboard and every printed code still works. No need to replace table tents, signage, or welcome packs.

Track guest engagement. See how many people scan your WiFi code, when they scan it, and from which locations. Useful for multi-site businesses wanting to understand foot traffic patterns.

Manage multiple locations. Create WiFi codes for each branch, organised into projects. Update credentials centrally when staff or passwords change.

For home use or one-off events, static codes are simpler. For businesses with rotating passwords or a need for analytics, dynamic codes are worth the free account.

Troubleshooting

If someone scans your code and cannot connect:

Check the password: WiFi passwords are case-sensitive. Double-check every character.
Verify the network name: Make sure it matches exactly, including any spaces or special characters.
Confirm the security type: WPA2 is correct for most networks. Try WPA/WPA2 if unsure.
Test the code yourself: Scan it with your own phone first before sharing.
Check device compatibility: Very old phones may need a separate QR scanner app.

Conclusion

A WiFi QR code is one of those small improvements that makes life noticeably easier. No more dictating passwords, no more typos, no more "wait, is that a one or a lowercase L?". Guests scan, tap connect, done.

Create one in 30 seconds, print it, and never spell out your password again.