A QR code that opens your PDF
Paste a link to a PDF that's already hosted somewhere — Google Drive, Dropbox, or your own website — and get a QR code that opens it. This tool encodes the link only; it doesn't host or store the file.
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- Static
- No expiry
- No redirect
- Generated in your browser
How it works
- Upload your PDF somewhere it can be reached by a public link — Google Drive, Dropbox, or your own website.
- Open the file's share settings and set it to "anyone with the link can view."
- Copy that link and paste it below.
- Test the code yourself on your phone before printing — confirm it opens the PDF without asking for a login.
Good to know
- Open the link in an incognito/private browser window first — that's the fastest way to confirm it's actually publicly viewable and not stuck behind a login.
- Google Drive links sometimes force a "preview" page instead of opening the PDF directly — if that's not what you want, check the specific share-link format Drive gives you.
- If the PDF changes often (a menu, a price list), update the file at the same link rather than generating a new QR each time — the code keeps working as long as the link itself doesn't change.
Questions
Does this upload or host my PDF?
No. This tool encodes a link to a PDF that's already hosted somewhere — Google Drive, Dropbox, your website. We don't store or serve the file itself.
Where do I get a link to my PDF?
Upload it to Google Drive, Dropbox, or your own site, then use its "share" or public link — paste that link below.
Will this work for menus, manuals, or spec sheets?
Yes — that's the most common use. Print the code next to the product or on a table, and scanning opens the PDF directly.
What if I update the PDF later?
As long as you replace the file at the same link (rather than uploading a new file with a new link), the existing QR code keeps working — no need to reprint.
Why does scanning ask people to log in?
Your file's sharing permissions are probably set to "restricted" rather than "anyone with the link." Check the sharing settings where the PDF is hosted.