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PDF to QR code

Upload a PDF up to 2MB and we'll turn it into a scannable QR code in seconds.

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About PDF QR codes

A PDF QR code is a QR that opens a PDF file when scanned. There's no app to install - every modern phone camera handles it natively. Useful for menus, brochures, manuals, event programmes, product spec sheets, presentations, anything you'd normally hand someone on paper.

The free tool here uploads your PDF, hosts it for you, and generates a QR that opens it. The QR is static - once printed it always opens the file you uploaded today. If you re-upload an updated version, it gets a new URL and a new QR.

If you need to swap the PDF without reprinting (or you want to track scans), use a free Hovercode account for a dynamic version.

Frequently asked questions

What happens when someone scans the QR?
Their phone opens the PDF in the default browser or a built-in PDF viewer. They can read it, save it, or share it like any other file.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. iPhone (iOS 11+) and Android (Android 9+) both have native QR scanning in the camera app - no separate scanner required.
Why is there a 2 MB size limit?
It's a free hosted tool - keeping a low cap means it stays fast and free for everyone. For larger PDFs (up to 10MB), use a free Hovercode account.
Can I update the PDF later without reprinting the QR?
Not with this free tool - the QR is locked to the file you upload. With an account you get a dynamic QR you can update anytime.
Where is my PDF hosted?
On Hovercode's secure storage - the QR points to a short URL that serves your PDF. Files uploaded via the free tool are kept indefinitely as long as the QR is being scanned.