How to Create a PIX QR Code to Receive Payments

PIX has become Brazil's most-used payment method, and the PIX QR code is the most practical way to share your key to receive transfers. Instead of asking someone to copy your key, you show the QR code — they point their camera and done, the payment is made in seconds.

In this guide you'll understand the two types of PIX QR code, when to use each one, and how to generate your own for free.

Static vs Dynamic PIX QR Code

Before generating the QR code, it's important to understand the difference between the two types available in the PIX system:

Type	Amount	Ideal use	Generation
Static	Open or fixed	Donations, simple charges, menus	Any free generator
Dynamic	Set by the system	E-commerce, time-limited charges, reconciliation	Requires bank integration

For most people — freelancers, small businesses, content creators, and anyone who wants to receive donations — the Static QR Code is enough and can be generated with no bank account or system integration needed.

What you'll need

To generate a static PIX QR code you just need a registered PIX key (ID number, tax ID, phone, email, or random key). You don't need an account at a specific bank — any financial institution that offers PIX works.

💡 Tip: Use a random key if you'd rather not expose your personal data (ID number or phone) in the QR code.

How to Generate a PIX QR Code on ImageTools

The ImageTools QR Code Generator lets you create QR codes with your PIX key directly in the browser, with nothing to install and no sign-up. Here's the step by step:

Go to the QR Code Generator
In the text field, paste your PIX key (email, ID number, phone, or random key)
Adjust the size and, if you like, add a logo in the center
Click Generate QR Code and download it as PNG or SVG

The generated QR code will point directly to your key. Any banking app with a camera can read it — no specific app needed.

Where to use your PIX QR code

With the QR code saved and ready, you can use it in various situations:

Menu or counter: print it and stick it at the register or on the table
Social media profile: add it to your Instagram bio or WhatsApp Business
Website or payment link: embed the image on any page
Presentations and events: display it on the big screen or in slides
Invoice or quote: include it in the document footer

Tips for a professional PIX QR code

If you're going to use the QR code in printed materials or digital posts, a few precautions make a difference:

Use a minimum size of 3 × 3 cm when printing to ensure easy scanning
Keep a white or light background around the code — contrast is essential
Always test before publishing: point your camera at it and confirm it opens the correct app
If adding a logo in the center, use a simple, small version (taking up at most 20% of the area)

💡 Tip: For high-resolution printing, prefer the SVG download — the vector format guarantees sharpness at any size, with no pixelation.

Can I charge a fixed amount in a static PIX QR code?

Yes. The PIX standard allows including a preset amount in the static QR code. When the code is scanned, the banking app opens with the amount already filled in — though the payer can change it in most banks. For charges where the amount must be exact and unchangeable, the dynamic QR code (generated by the bank's system) is the better option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the generated PIX QR code expire?

The static QR code doesn't expire — it works as long as your PIX key stays active. If you deactivate or remove the key at your bank, the QR code will stop working.

Do I need a specific bank account to generate the QR code?

No. Any valid PIX key works — regardless of the bank or fintech where it was registered. The generator doesn't access your account, it just turns the key into a visual code.

Can I use the same QR code to receive from multiple people?

Yes. The static QR code can be used as many times as you want, by as many people as you want. Each scan generates a separate PIX transaction to the same key.

Is it safe to put my PIX key in a public QR code?

Yes, as long as you use a key that doesn't expose sensitive data. If you prefer privacy, register a random key at your bank and use that in the QR code — it doesn't reveal your ID number, phone, or email.