# QR Scanner

> Come and experience scanning and decoding any QR code instantly.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.scannerreader.qrcode.creatorfree](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.scannerreader.qrcode.creatorfree)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.scannerreader.qrcode.creatorfree`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** P & L Studio
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 34,524,110
- **Rating:** 3.61 / 5 (68,669 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-03
- **First published:** 2023-02-23
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Size:** 75 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.scannerreader.qrcode.creatorfree)
- **Website:** [https://www.qrscanner.live/](https://www.qrscanner.live/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.qrscanner.live/privacy.html](https://www.qrscanner.live/privacy.html)

## Description

**QR Scanner** is a simple and powerful Chrome extension that lets you instantly scan and decode QR codes without any hassle. Just activate the scanner and point your device camera at any QR code; it will automatically recognize and process it. No buttons or zoom adjustments needed.

This extension supports all popular QR code formats, ensuring fast and secure scanning. Beyond standard QR codes, it also reads barcodes on products, allowing you to quickly obtain detailed product data and compare prices online. QR Scanner is an essential tool for anyone who frequently interacts with QR codes on the web, offering convenience and speed right from your browser.

## Rankings

- #4,450 — Overall
- #131 — Tools (Free)
- #17 — Top app in South Korea
- #78 — Top app in Japan
- #106 — Top app in Mexico
- #118 — Top app in Spain

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`
- `com.scannerreader.qrcode.creatorfree.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Summary: The reviews show a split experience. Some users find the app functional and fast and generally useful. However, a larger set of reviews complain of intrusive ads and gating, uninstallation problems, confusing UI, and even alleged scams/charges. The recurring issues include aggressive ad bombardment, inability to uninstall or control the app, and reports of being charged or billed. Overall sentiment leans negative due to ad-driven experience and billing concerns, with a few users praising its speed and basic usefulness.

### Pros

- Functions as intended / performs well
- Useful features / generally helpful
- Fast performance / quick scanning
- Positive reception (brilliant / outstanding / smashing)

### Cons

- Intrusive ads and long commercials gating the scan
- Scam / charged money / not free
- Confusing / hard to use / UI is unclear
- Inability to uninstall / takes over device

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.scannerreader.qrcode.creatorfree)