All the QR Codes You Need. Actually Free.
QRCode Monkey is popular — but they add watermarks to free downloads and limit high-resolution exports. Simplified QR gives you clean, watermark-free PNG and SVG downloads. No catches.
QRCode Monkey adds watermarks to free QR code downloads
Generate Free QR CodesNo watermarks. No limits. No account required.
Simplified QR vs QRCode Monkey
| Feature | Simplified QR | QRCode Monkey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free forever | Free (with limitations) |
| Watermarks on download | Never | Yes, on free downloads |
| SVG download | Free | Requires payment |
| PNG resolution | High-res, free | Limited on free plan |
| Account required | No | Not required |
| WiFi QR codes | Yes | Yes |
| vCard QR codes | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy | 100% browser-side | Server-side generation |
| Dynamic QR codes | Not available | No |
| Logo in QR code | Yes, free | Yes |
Where we're better
No Watermarks on Downloads
QRCode Monkey adds their watermark to free QR code downloads. Every Simplified QR PNG and SVG you download is completely clean — no logos, no branding, just your QR code.
SVG Downloads Are Free
SVG files scale to any size without quality loss — essential for printing. QRCode Monkey charges for SVG. We don't. Download SVG free, every time.
Privacy by Design
QRCode Monkey generates QR codes on their servers — your data passes through their systems. Simplified QR runs entirely in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.
No Account, No Setup
Open the app, type your content, download your QR code. No signup form, no email verification, no dashboard to navigate. Just generate and go.
Where QRCode Monkey is comparable
We're not here to trash the competition. Here's a fair look at where QRCode Monkey holds its own.
Larger Established User Base
QRCode Monkey has been around longer and has a large community. If you need community support or tutorials, they have more resources.
More Customisation Options
QRCode Monkey offers a wider range of visual customisation templates and eye shapes. Simplified QR focuses on clean, practical customisation.
Batch QR Code Generation
For generating hundreds of QR codes at once from a spreadsheet, QRCode Monkey has bulk generation features. Simplified QR is designed for individual code creation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does QRCode Monkey add watermarks?
QRCode Monkey uses watermarks as a monetisation strategy — pay to remove them. We don't believe in that model. Every download from Simplified QR is clean and watermark-free.
Are the QR codes the same quality?
Yes. Both generate standard QR codes that scan reliably with any smartphone camera. The difference is in what's included in the free tier — we include SVG and watermark-free PNG.
Is Simplified QR actually free?
Yes. No plans, no tiers, no premium features. Generate any QR type (URL, WiFi, vCard, SMS, email, text), customise it, and download as PNG or SVG — all free.
What QR code types does Simplified QR support?
URL, WiFi, vCard (contact), SMS, Email, and plain text. These cover the vast majority of real-world use cases. All free to generate and download.
Why is privacy important for a QR code generator?
Your QR codes often contain sensitive information — WiFi passwords, home addresses, personal phone numbers. When those are processed on a third-party server, that company has access to them. Simplified QR generates everything in your browser so nobody else sees it.
Download clean QR codes, free.
No watermarks. No subscription. No account. Just generate and download.
Generate Free QR CodesFree forever. Watermark-free. Always.