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What is SQRC?

Proprietary Denso Wave · 2010

The SQRC (Secret-function-equipped QR Code) looks visually identical to a normal QR code but contains an encrypted private data layer alongside the public data. Only authorized SQRC readers from Denso Wave can decrypt the private data.

Why not available?

SQRC is proprietary technology by Denso Wave and not available as an open standard. There are no freely available libraries or specifications for creating this code type.

Recommended Alternatives

As free alternatives, we recommend the following standardized code formats that can be created with BlueChilliesQR:

FAQ

Can I create a SQRC?

No, SQRC is Proprietary and cannot be created with freely available software. Use one of the recommended alternative codes instead.

What makes SQRC different from a normal QR code or barcode?

SQRC has an invisible encrypted data layer accessible only with special readers – a normal QR code stores everything publicly.

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