Tired of Ugly QR Codes? I Built a Free Tool to Make Them Actually Look Good

Hey fellow devs! 👋 Let’s be honest: standard black-and-white QR codes are practical, but they are also… well, ugly. They often clash with beautiful UI/UX designs and feel like a “utility” rather than a part of the brand experience. I’m Tuyen Le, and I spent the last few months building customqr.org to solve this. I wanted to create a tool that is 100% free, requires no sign-up, and gives you total control over how your QR codes look. What makes CustomQR different? Most “free” generators out there gatekeep the best features behind a subscription. I wanted to keep this accessible for everyone—from indie hackers to designers. Key Features: Full Customization: Change colors, use gradients, and adjust the “quiet zone” to fit your brand’s palette. Awesome Studio (Templates): If you’re in a rush, we have a library of pre-designed templates that are ready to go. Just pick one, swap the link, and you’re done. Logo Integration: Easily drop your brand logo into the center without worrying about b