F-Droid

Creating QR Code

Content

QR Code Name

The name will help you quickly find the QR code in history

Design presets

One-click styles — all stay scannable

Preview

Preview

QR code will appear here after generation

F-Droid QR Code Generator | Open-Source Android Apps

An F-Droid QR code links to an app in a catalog built entirely from open-source software, free of proprietary tracking libraries. It's the choice for an audience that deliberately avoids Google Play for privacy reasons.

What is this QR code?

An F-Droid QR code encodes a link to an app's listing in the F-Droid catalog, a repository of free and open-source Android apps that doesn't require a Google account.

Best use cases

  • ✓An open-source developer's app that's principally not published on Google Play.
  • ✓Project documentation linking to installation without needing a Google account.
  • ✓A privacy-focused app, like a password manager or VPN client, for the F-Droid community.
  • ✓An educational resource about digital privacy linking to an alternative app store.

How to generate your QR code

1

Select 'F-Droid' as your QR code type.

2

Paste the link to your app's F-Droid listing.

3

Customize the colors and shape if desired.

4

Download your QR code and share it with your audience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to install anything special to use F-Droid?

Yes, apps aren't installed directly through a regular browser the way Google Play apps can be — you need the F-Droid client installed first.

How is F-Droid different from Google Play?

Every app in F-Droid's catalog is vetted to be free and open-source without proprietary trackers, unlike the broader commercial app stores.