SMS QR Code Generator
Generate a QR code that opens the phone's messaging app with the number and text already filled in.
This page opens the QR Code Generator with SMS already selected — it's the same full tool; the other seven types are still available if you want to switch.
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QR Code type
Customization
Error correction
M — Medium (~15%): recommended balance for most uses.
Enter a phone number.
Preview
Fill in the fields to generate the QR Code.
How to use SMS QR Code Generator
- 1
Enter the phone number
The only required field.
- 2
Write the message
Optional.
- 3
Download the QR code
What opens when it's scanned
The phone's messaging app, already filled in with the destination number and text — the person just needs to review it and send.
The message isn't sent automatically
The QR code only opens the messaging app with everything ready; whoever scans it decides whether to edit the text and then send it.
When should you use this tool?
RSVPs
Make it easy to reply quickly by SMS to an invitation.
Quick contact
Let someone text you without having to type the number.
Simple surveys and forms
Collect short responses by SMS.
Frequently asked questions
- What opens when someone scans this QR code?
- The phone's messaging app, already filled in with the destination number and the text — they just need to review and tap send.
- Does it work on both iPhone and Android?
- Yes, the sms: format used here is recognized by both platforms' native messaging apps.
- Does this send the message automatically?
- No. The QR code only opens the messaging app with the text ready — whoever scans it decides whether to edit and send.