The QR Code Extension

Allows to generate a QR Code for the current page and scan a QR Code using the webcam.

The QR Code Extension - Generate and Scan QR Codes Easily

"The QR Code Extension" is a user-friendly browser extension that generates QR codes from the URL of the current tab with just one click. Unlike other extensions, it does not require any special permissions or cause unnecessary memory consumption. It operates entirely offline, meaning the URL of the page you visited is never sent via the network unless you opt to “Edit QR Code”, thus promising optimal levels of privacy and security.
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Extension stats

Users: N/A
Rating: 4.25
(441)
Version: 0.5 (Last updated: 2022-10-18)
Creation date: 2016-03-16
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
Size: 1.08M

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Extension summary

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Generates a QR Code from the Page URL of the current tab with a single click. The QR Code is displayed inline in a small popup.

Please note that this extension, unlike other extensions, does not require any special permissions (like access to your tabs and data). It is only loaded when you click on the button. So it does not have any unnecessary memory consumption and performance implications while not used. Also note, that the QR code is generated completely offline. The URL of the Page you visited is not sent over the network (except when you click on "Edit QR Code" - that opens www.the-qrcode-generator.com). So it's probably as good as it gets regarding privacy and security.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Easy to use for generating QR codes.
  • Does not require any permissions and has a small memory footprint.
  • Helps with long web addresses and quick access.
  • Works better than the built-in Chrome QR code generator.
  • No subscription needed for full functionality.
Cons
  • Issues with QR codes saying expired.
  • Cannot scan QR codes at times.
  • Cannot export or save generated QR codes.
  • Problems with generating QR codes for hovered links.
  • Errors like 'STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION' reported.
Most mentioned
  • Useful for generating QR codes.
  • Stability issues and errors.
  • Lack of saving/exporting functionality.
User reviews
https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/simple-qr-code-generator/abohkhpiikhciflhojmdnongnageicem?authuser=0&hl=en this one works better and cleaner! try it out
by QR Code, 2024-12-03

by Abdullah Almahmud, 2024-11-23

Sarebbe l'estensione qr migliore se il sito non mi desse "STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION" It would be the best qr extension if the site didn't give me "STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION"
by Michele Del Giudice, 2024-03-30
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Extension safety

Risk impact

The QR Code Extension does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

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