There are several ways to grant access to a Wi-Fi network without revealing the network name or password (for example, this one). One of them is the use of a QR code.
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You can generate a QR code that will allow friends and family to automatically connect to a Wi-Fi network when scanning, using a special site. The QR code can then be printed out and placed in a desk drawer or, for example, in a guest room.
This method is suitable for users who often visit guests, but who do not want to leave their Wi-Fi password in public.
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How to generate Wi-Fi QR code for guests
In order to generate a QR code for a Wi-Fi network, you need to visit the site qifi.org, developed by programmer Evgeny Golovym. On the site, you need to enter the network name and password, and then click the Generate button.
The web application will generate a QR code, which you can then print or save as a screenshot.
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How to connect to a Wi-Fi network with a QR code
Guests with an iPhone or iPad running iOS 11 or later will simply need to point their device’s camera at the QR code and they will automatically connect to the Wi-Fi network.
Users of older Apple smartphones can use apps QR Reader for iPhone or Avira QR Code Barcode Scanner.
Android users will need to install barcode scanner ZXing or any other application based on the ZXing library that allows you to scan barcodes.
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Is it safe to give my Wi-Fi password to this web application?
Yes. According to the developer, this application “displays a QR code in your browser on your computer, so that the Wi-Fi network remains as secure as before.” In support of his words, the developer offers to familiarize himself with the application code available on the Github portal.
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Is it safe to share a QR code with guests?
Sharing a QR code with a guest is even safer than giving the actual Wi-Fi password in plain text.
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