Pure JavaScript based QRcode generator
As of April 2026, Javascript QRcode Generator is a WordPress qrcode plugin with 10 active installations and a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews. It has been downloaded 8.4K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 2.8+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2013. Last updated 11 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Kaya QR Code Generator.
QR stands for Quick Response Codes and was developed by Toyota subsidiary Denso-Wave in 1994 to help remove problems in tracking automotive parts. QR code are a type of two-dimensional barcode that can be read using SmartPhone and dedicated QR reading devices, that link directly to text, emails, websites, phone numbers and more.
Use this plugin to add QR code in wordpress post and sidebar widget. This plugin use JavaScript library by davidshimjs to generate QR code. You can add QR code in WP post using shortcode
[jsqr msg=”your text for qr code” /].
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| WordPress | 2.8+ requiredTested up to 3.5.2 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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