How-To Guide

Sharing Your Wi-Fi Has Never Been Easier

By The Code2QR Team | Published on May 28, 2024

A person connecting to a public wifi network on their phone.

"What's the Wi-Fi password?" It's a question we've all asked and answered countless times. Whether you're having guests at home or welcoming customers to your business, sharing your Wi-Fi can be a pain. You have to find the password, read it out loud (and hope they type it correctly), and deal with connection issues. But there's a much simpler way: a Wi-Fi QR code. With one scan, your guests can connect to your network instantly. No more passwords needed.

Why Use a Wi-Fi QR Code?

The benefits are clear for both homes and businesses:

  • Convenience: It's the fastest and easiest way for anyone to get online. Just point, scan, and connect.
  • Security: You don't have to say your password out loud or write it down where anyone can see it. The password is encrypted within the QR code.
  • Professionalism: For businesses like cafes, hotels, or co-working spaces, a QR code is a professional touch that improves the customer experience.
  • Accuracy: It eliminates the risk of typos when entering a long, complex password.

How to Create Your Wi-Fi QR Code in 3 Steps

Creating a code for your network is just as easy as our other QR code types. Here's how:

  1. Select the Wi-Fi QR Code Type: Go to our QR Code Generator and choose the 'WiFi' option. A screenshot showing the WiFi type selected in the QR code generator.
  2. Enter Your Network Details: You'll need three pieces of information:
    • Network Name (SSID): This is the name of your Wi-Fi network as it appears in the list of available networks.
    • Password: The password for your network. Be sure to type it exactly as it is, including any capital letters or special characters.
    • Network Type: Choose WPA/WPA2 or WEP. Most modern networks use WPA/WPA2. Select 'None' if your network is open (not recommended).
    A screenshot of the WiFi QR code form being filled out with network name and password.
  3. Download and Display: Click 'Download QR Code' and save the image. Now you just need to display it. Print it out and put it in a frame, on a small sign, or even on the back of your router. A photo of a printed Wi-Fi QR code in a frame on a coffee shop counter.

Conclusion

A Wi-Fi QR code is a simple solution to a common problem. It's a modern convenience that your guests and customers will appreciate, saving everyone time and hassle. Ready to stop spelling out your password? Create your free Wi-Fi QR code in seconds and make connecting a breeze.