Free GitHub QR Code Generator
Generate a QR code that links to your GitHub profile or a specific repository. Ideal for conference slide decks, developer business cards, README badges printed on stickers, and open-source project posters.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a GitHub QR code?
A GitHub QR code encodes either https://github.com/username (for a profile) or https://github.com/username/repo (for a specific repository). Anyone who scans it is taken directly to that GitHub page.
Do I need to fill in the repository field?
No — the repository field is optional. Leave it blank to generate a QR code for your GitHub profile. Enter a repo name to create a QR code that links directly to that repository.
Can I create a QR code for a GitHub organization?
Yes — just enter the organization name in the username field. GitHub organization URLs follow the same pattern as user profiles: https://github.com/orgname.
What are the best uses for GitHub QR codes?
Conference and meetup talk slides, developer business cards, laptop stickers, open-source project posters, hackathon team boards, README files printed in project documentation, and job application portfolios.
Can I link to a specific branch or file?
This generator links to a profile or repository root. To link to a specific branch, file, or release, use the URL QR code generator with the full GitHub URL.
What happens if I rename my repository?
GitHub redirects renamed repositories for a period, but a static QR code pointing to the old URL may eventually break. Dynamic QR lets you update the destination URL without reprinting your materials.