# QR Pop — Create QR codes everywhere

> Privacy-first QR code generator for macOS, iOS, and watchOS with extensive design options. (iPhone/iPad app by Shawn Davis.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-pop/id1587360435 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Shawn Davis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1587360437)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.1 · 32 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-09-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-pop/id1587360435/reviews.md

## What is QR Pop?

QR Pop is a simple, convenient, and privacy-first QR code generator for macOS, iOS, and watchOS. Take advantage of endless design possibilities, over a dozen code generators, and an exhaustive list of system extensions. All without any hidden fees or pesky trackers.

- Create codes in QR Pop using one of thirteen unique generators.
- Duplicate codes from images or the camera with QR Pop's scanner.
- Experiment with millions of design combinations using QR Pop's comprehensive designer.
- Save your designs as Templates to use later or share with friends.
- Save your complete codes to QR Pop's Archive or export them as SVGs, PDFs, or PNGs.
- Sync your Templates and Archive with all of your devices using iCloud.
- Access QR Pop's Archive from Widgets, Shortcuts, Siri, and your Apple Watch. Apple Watch requires iCloud.
- Build hyper-personalized QR codes using Shortcuts.
- Create QR codes on the fly using QR Pop's Safari and Share Sheet extensions.
- Duplicate images and screenshots of QR codes using QR Pop's Share Sheet extension.
- Scan your display for QR codes using QR Pop's Menu Bar applet on macOS.
- Present your QR codes with a high-quality Mirroring mode on iOS.

As well as much, much more. Every feature is a labor of love inspired by the generous feedback and my users. Feel free to reach out to me with questions, comments, or concerns any time at contact@fromshawn.dev. I'd love to hear about what you make.

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QR Pop offers a single in-app purchase titled "Buy Me a Coffee." While that would be very generous, please know that it doesn't unlock any features.

QR Pop uses your personal iCloud storage container to sync data across your devices. If you are out of storage, have a restricted account, or do not have an account; then these features will be unavailable to you. iCloud is required to use QR Pop on Apple Watch.

## Key features

- Thirteen unique QR code generators
- Scan codes from images or camera
- Millions of design combinations
- Save designs as Templates
- Export as SVG, PDF, or PNG
- iCloud sync across devices
- Widgets, Shortcuts, and Siri integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy Me a Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-pop/id1587360435/reviews.md

### 5/5 — c

*2024-08-07*

CoOoOL

### 5/5 — The best!

*2024-04-07*

Use this app all the time, esp for work and creating codes for promo flyers. I have had a few others in the past but will absolutely stick with QR Pop. So versatile and easy to use. It’s perfect!

### 5/5 — Best I've seen so far

*2024-03-13*

Even compared to pay-for apps, this is probably the best app I've seen for generating QR codes. My only disappointment is that while you can use an SVG logo inside the QR, it becomes raster once saved. Not sure if this is intentional or a bug.

### 5/5 — Great visual options with Shortcut actions!

*2023-11-30*

This is fantastic, and exactly what I needed. Worth more than the optional $0.99 donation just for the Shortcuts actions alone. Makes it easy to integrate with other workflows or automations. Thank you so much!

Three more pixel shapes that could be nice additions (often found in online generators):
- Smooth Path (where the pixels blend together organically)
- Scaled Circles (using both large and small dots)
- Custom Shape (loading a vector shape for user-created pixels)

### 2/5 — just ok

*2023-11-29*

contact details don't work

**Developer response:** I’m sorry to hear you’re having trouble making contacts! Please feel free to reach out to contact@fromshawn.dev and I’d be happy to help.

### 5/5 — Love the Safari extension

*2023-11-28*

This app is exactly what I wanted to make a URL from Safari into a QR code so I could share it to my PC via WebCam. This is the easiest way to open a website from your phone to computer.

### 5/5 — Great little app

*2023-11-22*

This is a really handy little app. Many design options to create stunning QR graphics to cover a multitude of use cases ... Developer is also extremely responsive.

### 5/5 — AMAZING

*2023-11-20*

Sleek, user-friendly design that works great. I had a question for the developer and he responded within minutes. If I could give this 6 start, I would.

### 5/5 — Simple & Easy To Use

*2023-08-29*

It is easy to create QR codes and save them where you want them. You can also copy them directly to the clipboard. Highly recommend.

### 5/5 — Was just going to delete after I used it

*2023-07-06*

I was going to delete the app after I used it once, but it has a lot of other types of QR codes than links, so it’s worth keeping.

## Frequently asked questions about QR Pop

### How often is QR Pop updated?

QR Pop was last updated on November 21, 2023, with version 3.2.2. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and feature enhancements.

### What devices does QR Pop support?

QR Pop is available on macOS, Apple TV, Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad, offering a consistent experience across the Apple ecosystem.

### Is QR Pop free to use?

QR Pop is free to download and use. It offers a single in-app purchase called "Buy Me a Coffee," which is purely voluntary and does not unlock any features.

### Does QR Pop collect user data?

QR Pop is a privacy-first application and does not use hidden fees or trackers. It utilizes your personal iCloud storage for data syncing.

### Can I use QR Pop without an iCloud account?

While QR Pop can be used without iCloud, features like syncing data across devices and using it on Apple Watch require an active iCloud account and sufficient storage.

### What is the age rating for QR Pop?

QR Pop has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals who may need to create or scan QR codes.

### What file formats can I export QR codes in?

You can export your generated QR codes in several high-quality formats, including SVGs, PDFs, and PNGs, allowing for versatile use in various projects.

### How does QR Pop compare to other QR code apps?

QR Pop differentiates itself with its privacy-first approach, extensive design customization options, and deep integration with Apple's ecosystem, including Shortcuts and Siri.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.2 — 2023-11-21

This update fixes a bug preventing codes created using the "Phone" builder from initiating a phone call. Enjoy!

### 3.2.1 — 2023-09-24

Thanks for using QR Pop! This update brings in a few highly requested new features:
- Contacts created within QR Pop now support multiple phone numbers, email addresses, websites, and more.
- The new Template shortcut lets you create QR codes using your saved designs.
- Chose what resolution you want images exported from QR Pop to be—both in app and in Shortcuts.
Additionally, this update brings support to Apple’s newest updates (iOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS 14)
- Widgets have been improved and now support StandBy and the iPadOS lock screen.
- For those using iOS 17+, the “Medium” widget has been redesigned and a new “Extra Large” widget has been added for macOS.
- QR Pop for Apple Watch has been redesigned for watchOS 10 with new complications and a miniature QR code generator available right from your wrist! Use Templates synced via iCloud to create simple QR codes that you can easily share or save to your Archive for later.
Plus, tons of design tweaks and bug fixes. Enjoy!

### 3.2 — 2023-09-23

Thanks for using QR Pop! This update brings in a few highly requested new features:
- Contacts created within QR Pop now support multiple phone numbers, email addresses, websites, and more.
- The new Template shortcut lets you create QR codes using your saved designs.
- Chose what resolution you want images exported from QR Pop to be—both in app and in Shortcuts.
Additionally, this update brings support to Apple’s newest updates (iOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS 14)
- Widgets have been improved and now support StandBy and the iPadOS lock screen.
- For those using iOS 17+, the “Medium” widget has been redesigned and a new “Extra Large” widget has been added for macOS.
- QR Pop for Apple Watch has been redesigned for watchOS 10 with new complications and a miniature QR code generator available right from your wrist! Use Templates synced via iCloud to create simple QR codes that you can easily share or save to your Archive for later.
Plus, tons of design tweaks and bug fixes. Enjoy!

### 3.1 — 2023-08-07

Exporting your QR codes is now better in a variety of ways:
- There's a new, more consistent export UI
- Codes can now be exported from the Archive without needing to "Edit Code" first
- Fixed a bug related to saving codes as SVGs
Additionally, a few other areas of the app have been tidied up:
- You can now chose your code's error correction level in Shortcuts
- The "Location" builder has had its UI dramatically improved
- Dig into raw data within a code with the new "View Raw Data" button
- New "Sparkles" pixel shape
Thanks for using QR Pop! As always, feel free to reach out at contact@fromshawn.dev with any questions or comments.

### 3.0 — 2023-05-08

QR Pop has been rebuilt from the ground up with an exhaustive list of new features. No stone was left unturned people. No bug left unsquashed (I hope). These features were tirelessly forged day in and day out in the darkest depths of Shawnee National Forest with your satisfaction in mind.

- The designer has been tremendously expanded. You can now customize the pixels and eyes of your code separately—each with its own unique shape and style.
- Your beautiful designs can now be saved as Templates. Templates can be exported as ".qrpt" files and shared amongst your team.
- QR codes can be exported as PDF and SVG vector graphics.
- Your completed codes can be saved to the new Archive. Your archive can be viewed in Widgets, the Shortcuts app, and via Siri.
- Both your codes and Archive are automatically backed up to iCloud and synced across all of your devices.
- Your Archive is available on Apple Watch as a unique companion experience. QR Pop for Apple Watch requires iCloud.
- Power users! You can now build highly customized QR codes using Shortcuts.
- QR codes created in the Safari and Share Extension can now be sent to QR Pop for further customizing.
- QR Pop's Share Extension now supports creating codes from contacts and duplicating codes from images.

Those are just the highlights! A complete change log is available in the app or online at fromshawn.dev/support/qrpop-version-3. Of course, what's most important is what hasn't changed. There are still:

- No trackers
- No in-app purchases

I really hope you enjoy this update. These features are worth digging into and are sure to up your game. QR code-wise at least. 

If any new features are missing that you'd like to see, or if you have any questions or co

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