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EffortLess QR Code Generator

Name: EffortLess QR Code Generator
Author: domclic

Generate QR codes easily with a simple shortcode. Supports client-side (JavaScript) and server-side (PHP/PNG) rendering with a developer API.

EffortLess QR Code Generator ranks #24,356 among WordPress.org plugins with 30+ active installations, is #3,041 of 8,848 in the Customization category, a 5/5 rating from 0 reviews, and was last updated Oct 12, 2026. Data from WordPress.org, refreshed twice daily — see methodology.

Compatible with WP 7.1

v1.4.14 Current Version v1.4.14

Updated 3 weeks ago Last Update on 12 Oct, 2026

Refreshed 1 week ago Last Refreshed on

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Plugin Details

Version: 1.4.14
Last Updated: Oct 12, 2026
Requires WP: 6.2+
Tested Up To: 7.1
PHP Version: 7.4 or higher
Author: domclic

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EffortLess QR Code Generator

Make sure: You've provided a valid URL in the shortcode JavaScript is enabled in your browser (for client-side rendering) There are no JavaScript conflicts with other plugins For server-side rendering, ensure the GD library is installed

Client-side (default): QR codes are generated in the browser using JavaScript. Requires JavaScript enabled. Server-side: QR codes are generated on your server as PNG images. Better for SEO and works without JavaScript. Requires GD library.

Yes! Use the color_dark and color_light parameters: [effortless_qrcode url="https://example.com" color_dark="#0073aa" color_light="#ffffff"]

The maximum size is 500 pixels. The minimum size is 100 pixels to ensure reliable scanning.

Yes. Server-side rendered QR codes are saved as PNG files and cached automatically.

Yes, the plugin doesn't collect, store, or transmit any personal data.

Yes, the shortcode works in text widgets and any area that supports shortcodes.

Yes! Use the PHP API: <?php if ( class_exists( 'Effortless_QRCode_Native' ) ) { $result = Effortless_QRCode_Native::generate_png( 'https://example.com' ); if ( $result ) { echo '<img src="' . esc_url( $result['url'] ) . '" alt="QR Code">'; } } ?>

PNG images are saved to wp-content/uploads/effortless-qrcodes/. Files are cached based on their parameters, so identical QR codes reuse the same file.