Create a QR code that adds an event to the calendar when scanned, using the iCalendar format.
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Higher levels stay scannable when partly obscured.
Your QR code will appear here as you type.
- Adds the event straight to any calendar app via iCalendar
- Only a title and start date are required
- Free, no account required
How it works
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Fill in the details — contact info, message, or event, depending on the tool.
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The QR code updates instantly as you type.
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Preview how it will look once scanned.
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Download the QR code as an image, ready to share or print.
Why use this tool
Every QR code type, one place
Generate codes for URLs, Wi-Fi, contacts, payments, events, and more — no need to juggle separate generators.
Private by default
Most codes are built entirely in your browser from what you type — nothing is uploaded to generate them.
Works on any device
Runs in the browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android — nothing to install, nothing to trust but the tab.
Instant results
No queues and no app to wait on — your QR code updates the moment you finish typing.
Scan-ready, every time
Codes are built with a high error-correction level, so they stay readable even with a logo or minor damage.
Free, always
Every tool here is free to use, with no watermarks, scan limits, or forced trial period.
Frequently asked questions
The code uses the standard iCalendar format, which is recognized natively by Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, and Outlook.
A title and start date/time are necessary, but the end time and location are optional fields.
It is highly recommended to specify the time zone explicitly so it translates correctly for users scanning from other regions.
Yes, you can include meeting URLs within the event description or location fields.
No, the event details are statically encoded. Any schedule changes require generating and distributing a new code.
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