Stop pointing your phone at your own screen
SelectQR reads any QR code on your screen in two clicks.
The image never leaves your computer. No servers, no analytics, no account — and it still works with the Wi-Fi off.
No sign-up. No access to your tabs, history, or passwords.
Features
Everything you need, nothing you don't
100% Offline
Works completely offline. No internet connection required.
Zero Tracking
No analytics, no tracking, no data collection. Ever.
Lightning Fast
Instant QR code detection and decoding.
One-Click Scan
Just click, select, and done. Simple as that.
Screen Capture
Read QR codes from anywhere on your screen.
Auto Copy
Decoded text automatically copied to clipboard.
Free Forever
No premium features, no subscriptions, no costs.
Open Source
Fully transparent code you can audit and trust.
How It Works
Three simple steps to scan any QR code
Click Extension
Click the SelectQR icon in your Chrome toolbar
Select Area
Draw a box around the QR code on your screen
Get Results
Decoded text instantly copied to your clipboard
Privacy & Security
Your data stays on your device
No Analytics
The extension has no analytics and no telemetry. It never phones home — the only thing we can see is the anonymous install count Google shows every developer.
No Server Communication
All QR code processing happens locally in your browser. Zero network requests.
Open Source Transparency
Every line of code is public. Audit it yourself or trust the community review.
Minimal Permissions
Only requires screen capture permission. No access to your browsing history, tabs, or data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! SelectQR works 100% offline. All QR code processing happens locally in your browser without any internet connection required.
SelectQR only requires screen capture permission to select the QR code area. It doesn't access your browsing history, tabs, or any other data.
SelectQR never sends any data to external servers. All processing is local. We don't use analytics, tracking, or collect any user data. The extension is open source so you can verify this yourself.
SelectQR is now available on the Chrome Web Store! Just click the "Add to Chrome" button on this page, or visit the Chrome Web Store and search for "SelectQR". Installation takes just one click.
SelectQR is designed for Chrome and Chromium-based browsers (Edge, Brave, Opera, etc.). Firefox support may come in the future.
Yes, completely free forever. No premium features, no subscriptions, no hidden costs. It's open source and always will be.
If it's visible on your screen, yes. Open the image, the PDF, the slide, or pause the video, then drag a box. SelectQR reads pixels, not file formats.
Your phone can stay in your pocket
Free, offline, open source. About ten seconds to install.