Is This QR Code Safe?
Found a QR code on a parking meter, menu, or flyer? Don't scan blindly. Upload it here and find out if it leads to a scam, phishing site, or malware.
Check QR Code Safety
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🚨 Signs a QR Code Might Be Dangerous
Sticker Over Original
Scammers place fake QR stickers over legitimate ones on parking meters and payment terminals.
Asks for Payment/Login
If a QR code immediately asks for credit card info or login credentials, verify the domain first.
Strange URL Domain
Domains like "paypa1.com" or "g00gle.com" are typosquatting attempts to steal your data.
Real QR Code Scam Examples
Parking Meter Scam (Texas, 2024)
Scammers placed fake QR codes on 100+ parking meters in Austin. Victims were redirected to a fake payment site that stole credit card information.
Restaurant Menu Hijack
Attackers replaced QR menus with links to phishing pages disguised as "WiFi login" portals to harvest credentials.
Crypto Wallet Drainer
QR codes at crypto conferences linked to "airdrop" pages that were actually wallet drainers, stealing victims' tokens.
✅ How to Stay Safe from QR Scams
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if a QR code is safe? ▼
Upload the QR code image to RexoGate. Our scanner decodes the URL and checks it against 14 risk heuristics including phishing patterns, typosquatting, suspicious TLDs, and malware indicators.
Can QR codes contain viruses? ▼
QR codes themselves don't contain viruses. However, they can link to websites that download malware or trick you into entering sensitive information. Always verify first.
What is Quishing? ▼
Quishing (QR Phishing) is when attackers use QR codes to redirect victims to fake websites. It's the fastest-growing phishing vector in 2026 because people trust QR codes implicitly.
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