SMS QR Code Generator

How it works

From number to QR code in seconds

Everything on this page happens in your browser: nothing is uploaded and nothing is installed.

01

Enter the details

Add the number and, optionally, a message to pre-fill. The QR code appears instantly in the live preview.

02

Style it your way

Keep the clean look or pick your own colors, background, dot shapes and corners. Swap the center icon for your own logo.

03

Download & share

Export a crisp 2048px PNG for screens and social, or a vector SVG that stays sharp at any print size — both free, both watermark-free.

Why it matters

Turn a scan into a text message

Asking people to type a number and a keyword loses most of them. A QR code opens a text that's already addressed and written — they just hit send.

One scan, ready to send — the code opens the messaging app with your number and message filled in.
Perfect for keywords — pre-fill "JOIN" or "INFO" to power SMS sign-ups and campaigns.
Works everywhere — posters, table tents, packaging, receipts, TV screens and shop windows.
Higher response — texting feels quick and low-pressure, so more people follow through.

2048px PNG export

SVGvector for print

0sign-ups & watermarks

∞codes, free forever

Where to use it

One code, more texts everywhere

Put your SMS QR code anywhere people can scan and text — every placement is one scan away from a conversation.

Text-to-join campaigns

Pre-fill a keyword so audiences opt into your SMS list with a single scan.

Bookings & enquiries

Let customers text to book or ask a question without saving your number first.

Feedback & reviews

Make it effortless to send quick feedback with a ready-written message.

Events & giveaways

Run text-to-win promos on screens and posters with a scannable entry.

Packaging & support

Route product questions to your team by text, with the topic pre-filled.

Shopfronts & tables

Let people text for hours, menus or a callback even when the line is busy.

Guide

SMS QR codes: what to know before you print

An SMS QR code opens the messaging app with a phone number and optionally a ready-to-send message. It's useful for feedback lines, opt-ins and quick enquiries.

Tips for better results

Use the full international number.
Keep any pre-filled text short and clear.
Test on both iPhone and Android; messaging apps handle pre-filled text slightly differently.

A common mistake

Pre-filling a long message. It increases the code's density and some phones truncate it.

FAQ

SMS QR codes, explained

How do I make a QR code for a text message?

Type the number in the generator above and, optionally, a pre-written message. The code is created instantly. Style the colors, shapes and center icon if you like, then download it as PNG or SVG.

What happens when someone scans it?

Their phone opens the messaging app with a new text addressed to your number — and your message pre-filled if you added one. They review it and tap send; nothing sends on its own.

Can I pre-fill the message text?

Yes. Whatever you type in the Message field is built into the code, so the text is ready to send. This is ideal for text-to-join keywords and support enquiries.

Should I include the country code?

Yes. Start with a "+" and your country code (for example +1 or +44) so the code works reliably, including for people scanning while travelling.

Is this SMS QR code generator really free?

Yes — completely. No sign-up, no watermark, no scan limits and no expiry on the code. You can create and download as many as you want, for personal or commercial use.

Will it work on iPhone and Android?

Yes. Both open the code straight from the camera and launch the default messaging app with the text ready. It also works with any standard QR scanner app.

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