Is SMS behavior the same on all phones?

No. This uses sms:number?body=message. Some versions of iOS and some third-party readers handle body parameters differently; test the intended devices.

Will scanning cost money?

Decoding the QR does not send a text. Carrier charges may apply if the user chooses to send the message.

Which file format should I download?

PNG is useful for everyday sharing. SVG and PDF preserve vector shapes for print. JPEG has a solid background and is suitable where that format is required.

A SMALL CODE. A BIG CONNECTION.

SMS QR Code Generator

Create an SMS QR code with a phone number and optional message. Let people review a draft before sending.

100% free No sign-up needed Unlimited static codes

What would you like to share?

SMS message

Make it yours.

Recipient number

Message

Your content stays on this device. No account. No uploads.

A little personal touch

Keep it easy to scan.

Start with a preset

Code color

#182d40

Background

#ffffff

Use a gradientTransparent background

Dot style

Corner frame

Corner center

Error correction

QR dimensions

Sets the download resolution below.

Quiet zone: 4 modules minimum

Transparent files need a light surface. JPEG and PDF use a solid background. Always test styled codes on the final material.

Your brand, in the middle

A small mark goes a long way.

Built-in logos

Choose a platform mark or a globe for your website.

Icon credits

Choose a logoPNG, JPEG or WebP · Up to 2 MB

High error correction is used with a logo. Keep the mark small and test scans on multiple phones before printing.

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FROM IDEA TO SCAN

How to create a QR code

A useful little tool. A surprisingly simple process.

01 / CREATE

Give it something to share

Enter the recipient number with its country code.

02 / CUSTOMIZE

Make it feel like you

Write an optional draft message.

03 / SHARE

Download. Scan. Connect.

Test on your audience’s phones; SMS link handling varies across operating systems.

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How SMS message QR codes work

An SMS QR code encodes a recipient and optional draft message using an sms link. Supported devices open their messaging app. The message is never sent by this site, and normal carrier charges may apply when the user sends it.

Practical ways to use it

Prepare a callback request from a service flyer.
Give event staff a quick contact code.
Invite a short reservation inquiry by text.

How to scan it

Use a phone camera and tap the messaging prompt. Check the recipient and message before sending. Desktop scanners may not have an SMS handler.

Common mistakes to avoid

Omitting the country code makes the number ambiguous for international visitors.
Some readers open the recipient but omit the message body.
The QR code cannot verify whether a number accepts texts.

Test your QR code before sharing

Keep a clear border around the code, use strong contrast, and test the final file on more than one phone. A beautiful code is only useful if it scans. Read the QR code design guide for logo and color choices, or check QR print sizes and file formats before ordering a print run.