Libqrencode is a library for encoding data in a QR Code symbol, a kind of 2D
symbology that can be scanned by handy terminals such as a mobile phone with
CCD. The capacity of QR Code is up to 7000 digits or 4000 characters, and has
high robustness.
Qrencode is a utility software using libqrencode to encode string data in a QR
Code and save as a PNG image.
Source code: https://github.com/fukuchi/libqrencode
Publisher’s description
What is QREncode for Windows?
QREncode for Windows by Pedro F. Albanese is proprietary Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 190 KB. It runs without installation (portable).
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Portable: runs without installation
- Small download (190 KB)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- No update for more than a year
In short: QREncode for Windows is a Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down.
Is QREncode for Windows safe to download?
- The file is served by sourceforge.net, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
4795B515501CA658053919AC9A9784FB864B50C30DE8C1B4622877FE8B320366· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1.1Latest | October 29, 2020 | 190 KB | 32-bit ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id PedroAlbanese.QREncode -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Pedro F. Albanese
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 4.1.1
- Released
- October 29, 2020
- Added to the catalogue
- June 16, 2025
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- sourceforge.net
- winget ID
- PedroAlbanese.QREncode
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Frequently asked questions
Is QREncode for Windows free?
QREncode for Windows is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is QREncode for Windows safe to download?
The download comes from sourceforge.net, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install QREncode for Windows with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does QREncode for Windows run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Can I use QREncode for Windows without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.