Effortless QR Code Generator is a lightweight WordPress plugin that allows you to create QR codes using a simple shortcode. The plugin generates QR codes client-side using JavaScript, eliminating the need for external dependencies or server processing.
Features
- Simple shortcode: Use
[effortless_qrcode url="https://example.com"]to generate QR codes - Customizable size: Control QR code dimensions with the size parameter
- Custom colors: Set dark and light colors for the QR code
- Responsive design: QR codes adapt to different screen sizes
- No external dependencies: All code is bundled locally
- Privacy-friendly: No data sent to external services
- Accessibility ready: Proper alt text and ARIA labels
- Performance optimized: Scripts load only when needed
Shortcode Parameters
url– The URL to encode (required)size– Size in pixels (default: 150, min: 50, max: 500)color_dark– Dark color in hex format (default: #000000)color_light– Light color in hex format (default: #ffffff)
Usage Examples
Basic usage:
[effortless_qrcode url=”https://example.com”]
With custom size:
[effortless_qrcode url=”https://example.com” size=”200″]
With custom colors:
[effortless_qrcode url=”https://example.com” color_dark=”#0073aa” color_light=”#f0f0f0″]
Privacy
This plugin does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. QR codes are generated entirely in the user’s browser using JavaScript.
Active installations0+
Weekly downloads
5–
Version1.0.1
Last updated8/15/2025
WordPress version5.0
Tested up to6.8.2
PHP version7.4
Tags
generatorjavascriptqr coderesponsiveshortcode