QR Toolkit

YouTube QR Code Generator

Paste a YouTube video, Short, playlist, or channel link, and this YouTube QR code generator builds a QR code that opens it, with an option to start at a specific timestamp.

Enter your video link

Customize appearance

Higher levels keep the code scannable even if part of it is covered or damaged.

Adding a logo automatically raises error correction to High for reliable scanning.

Fill in the form to generate your QR code.

Your video link is encoded directly in your browser. Nothing is sent to a server.

How it works

  1. Paste a YouTube video, Short, playlist, or channel link.
  2. Optionally set a timestamp so scanning jumps straight to that point in the video.
  3. Generate your QR code and download it as PNG or SVG, or print it.

Main features

  • Works with video, Short, playlist, and channel links
  • Optional start timestamp for YouTube video links
  • Also works as a plain QR code for Vimeo and other video hosts
  • Adjustable styling, logo support, PNG/SVG download, and printing

Use cases

  • Product packaging with a how-to or unboxing video
  • Museum and gallery placards linking to a video explainer
  • Event posters promoting a trailer or highlight reel
  • Classroom handouts linking to a lesson video

Printing this on a poster or package? See best QR code size for printing so it's easy to scan from a normal reading distance.

This tool is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to YouTube or Google LLC.

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Frequently asked questions

Does this work for YouTube Shorts and playlists?

Yes. Paste any YouTube video, Short, playlist, or channel link, and it's encoded the same way.

Can I make it start at a specific time?

Yes, for regular YouTube video links. Enter a timestamp (seconds, or a format like 1m30s) and the QR code will open the video starting at that point.

Does this work for Vimeo or other video sites?

Yes, as a plain link QR code. Paste any video URL and it will open that page, though the timestamp option is YouTube-specific.

Menu QR Code

Paste the link to your online menu, add your restaurant name, and generate a printable QR code menu for tables or entrances.

UTM QR Code

Enter your destination URL and UTM parameters (source, medium, campaign). This QR code generator with tracking builds the tagged URL and generates a QR code for it.

QR Code with Logo

Upload a logo or picture, and this QR code generator with logo places it in the center of your QR code with a safe clear zone and boosted error correction so it still scans reliably.