How to Share WiFi with a QR Code
Share WiFi passwords instantly using QR codes.
Sharing WiFi passwords is one of the most practical uses for QR codes. Instead of spelling out a complex password, guests can simply scan a QR code to connect automatically.
How WiFi QR Codes Work
WiFi QR codes use a special format that mobile devices recognize. When scanned, the phone automatically connects to the network without the user needing to type anything. The format encodes the network name (SSID), password, and encryption type.
Creating a WiFi QR Code
Use our WiFi QR Code Generator to create your code. You need three pieces of information: your network name (SSID), your WiFi password, and the security type (usually WPA/WPA2 for modern networks).
Where to Display It
Print your WiFi QR code and place it in visible locations. Common spots include near the front door for guests, in hotel rooms, on restaurant tables, in office reception areas, and on conference room displays.
Security Considerations
Anyone who scans the QR code gets your WiFi password. For home networks, this is fine for a guest network. For businesses, consider using a separate guest network with its own QR code rather than sharing the main network credentials.
Compatibility
iOS devices (iPhone and iPad) have supported WiFi QR codes natively since iOS 11. Android devices have supported them since Android 10. Most QR scanning apps on older devices also support the format.
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