Fast QR Code Generator

Generates QR code from any text (URL, message, number, etc.)
What is Fast QR Code Generator?
Fast QR Code Generator is a convenient browser extension that enables instant QR code creation from any text such as a URL, a message, or a number. Notably, once generated, these codes can be shared with any device equipped with a camera and QR reader. Moreover, it stores all visited tab URLs for easy access and is compatible with multiple browsers including Chrome, Firefox, and Opera. A QR code reader installed on your cellphone is required to use this extension.

Extension stats

By: Benni
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 2.70 (10)
Version: 0.2.2 (Last updated: 2017-07-10)
Creation date: 2017-07-10
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • storage
  • <all_urls>
  • notifications
Size: 42.12K

Other platforms

Fast QR Code Generator (v0.2.3resigned1)
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Extension summary

Fast QR Code Generator is a handy addon that generates QR code from any text (URL, message, number, etc.). Simply open toolbar popup to view the QR code.

Some features: a. One click QR code generation right from your browser toolbar. b. Generated code can be sent to any device with a camera and QR reader. c. Stores all visited tab URLs. d. Available for all browsers (Chrome, Firefox, and Opera)

Some useful notes:

  1. To use this extension you need a QR code reader installed on your cellphone.
  2. There are a ton of QR code scanners for cellphones such as QR Droid™ for Android and QR Reader for iPhone.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works offline
  • Generates QR codes from custom text
  • User satisfaction when it was functioning
Cons
  • Stopped working for many users
  • Window for QR code is blank
  • Reinstalling does not resolve the issue
Most mentioned
  • Stopped working
  • Blank window for QR code
  • Works great when it was functional
Recent reviews
Did not work.
by Brian Slater, 2017-06-16

like others said stopped working but it was great until now
by Rick Picks, 2017-06-02

No longer works, even with a reinstall. Was fine when it worked, but now the window which should contain the QR code is just blank.
by Chris Sloan, 2017-01-23
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Fast QR Code Generator requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Fast QR Code Generator has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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