SMS QR Code Generator

Let people start a text message to you with one scan. The code opens a new SMS with your number and an optional prefilled message, ready to review and send.

Free static QR · No account required · PNG, SVG and PDF downloads

Fill in the fields to see your QR code appear here instantly.

Exports at 1024 × 1024 px.

How to create one

  1. Enter the phone number people should text, including the country code.
  2. Optionally add a prefilled message so the draft is ready to send.
  3. Download the code as PNG, SVG or PDF and scan it to test before printing.

Tips for reliable scans

  • Use an international format for the number (for example +1 555 010 1234).
  • Keep the prefilled message short — it makes the code less dense and easier to scan.
  • SMS behavior varies by device; test on both iPhone and Android before printing.

Common uses

Feedback & support

Let customers text questions or feedback straight from a flyer or receipt.

Event check-ins

Give attendees a quick way to message organizers during an event.

Vehicles & signage

Put a text-to-contact code on wraps, notices or counter displays.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make a QR code that just calls a phone number?
Yes. Switch the generator to the Phone tab to create a QR code that starts a call instead of a text message. Both are static and free.
Does the SMS send automatically when scanned?
No. Scanning opens a text message draft to your number. The person scanning reviews it and presses send themselves.
Why does nothing happen when some phones scan it?
Some camera apps display the encoded text instead of acting on it, and a device needs a working messaging plan. Test on the devices your audience uses.
Can I change the number after printing?
No. The number is stored inside the code. Generate and print a new code if the number changes.

These free static codes store their content directly and do not include scan analytics or destination editing. Dynamic URL QR codes are a separate account-based trial/premium feature for editable website links and scan analytics, not editable Wi-Fi, contact, text or email content.