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QR Code Security Guide: Safe Scanning & Safer Destinations

Learn how to use QR codes more safely and how to reduce the risk of misleading or unexpected destinations.

Use QR codes responsibly

A QR code is a transport mechanism, not a trust signal. People should check the destination and avoid entering sensitive information on unexpected pages.

What to do next

  1. Choose the simplest QR type that matches the user action.
  2. Generate the code.
  3. Test it from the intended distance and device.
  4. Only then publish or print it.

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