Free Bitcoin QR Code Generator
Accept cryptocurrency payments, tips, and donations error-free. Eliminates typing 34+ character alphanumeric wallet strings with instant camera scanning.
Enter a complete URL. Static QR codes encode this destination directly.
Colors & Contrast Safety
QR Code Circles & Corner Eyes Custom Eye Colors
Customize the colors and styling of the 3 large corner finder circles and center dots independently from the data pattern.
Data Dot Styles & Redundancy
Brand Logo Centerpiece
Upload a brand icon or PNG logo. Everything is processed purely inside your browser memory; your image is never uploaded to any remote server.
Call-to-Action Frame ("Scan Me")
How to Create a Bitcoin QR Code in 4 Steps
- Copy Public Receiving Address: Open your Bitcoin wallet and copy your public receiving address (bech32 or legacy).
- Add Optional Amount: Enter the exact BTC requested for an invoice, or leave blank for open tips.
- Choose High-Contrast Colors: Maintain sharp contrast (e.g., Bitcoin orange or black against white) for rapid wallet detection.
- Download Vector SVG or PNG: Export for checkout registers, merchant invoices, tipping jars, or website banners.
When to Use a Bitcoin QR Code
Point-of-Sale Retail & Coffee Shops
Display printed QR stands at cash registers so crypto customers can scan and pay without typing long strings.
Content Creator Tips & Donations
Add to GitHub READMEs, YouTube video descriptions, and personal blogs to receive peer-to-peer appreciation tips.
Freelance Invoicing & Contracts
Print on client invoices with the requested project amount pre-populated into the BIP-0021 URI string.
Non-Profit & Humanitarian Fundraising
Empower global donors to send censorship-resistant relief funding across borders without foreign exchange fees.
5 Tips for Crypto QR Code Security
- Never Enter Private Keys: Only encode public receiving addresses. Legitimate generators never ask for seeds.
- Verify First and Last Characters: Always check the first 4 and last 4 characters of your address after generating.
- Use Level M or Q Error Correction: Provides solid physical protection against scratches on printed retail registers.
- Protect from Physical Tampering: In retail settings, ensure scammers have not placed stickers over your payment sign. Read our guide on QR Code Security & Quishing.
- Test with a Micro-Transaction: Before printing high-volume materials, send a tiny test transaction to confirm funds arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bitcoin QR Codes
Clear, accurate answers to common questions about QR codes, privacy, and scan compatibility.
What protocol standard does this Bitcoin QR code use?
PureQR strictly follows the official BIP-0021 Bitcoin URI scheme (bitcoin:address?amount=X). This format is universally supported by virtually all modern cryptocurrency hardware and mobile wallets, including BlueWallet, Sparrow, Electrum, Exodus, and Coinbase Wallet.
Is my private key or seed phrase ever required?
Never! You should only EVER encode your public receiving address. Never enter a private key or 12/24-word seed phrase into any online tool or QR generator.
Can I leave the amount empty for voluntary donations?
Yes. If you leave the amount field empty, the QR code encodes only your public address. When scanned, the donor's wallet allows them to specify whatever amount of BTC or sats they wish to send.
Are Bitcoin QR codes compatible with SegWit and Taproot addresses?
Yes. PureQR supports all Bitcoin address formats including Legacy (starts with 1), SegWit (starts with 3), Native SegWit bech32 (starts with bc1q), and Taproot bech32m (starts with bc1p).