Is This QR Code Safe?
Fake QR codes are everywhere. Before you scan that parking meter, menu, or flyer – check if it leads to a phishing site, malware, or scam.
Built with local-only analysis • 14 documented risk heuristics • Zero tracking
Check QR Code Safety
Drag & drop a QR code image here, or click to upload.
(Zero-Trust: Your image never leaves this device)
What Makes a QR Code Dangerous?
Phishing URLs
Fake login pages for banks, PayPal, Amazon – designed to steal your credentials.
Typosquatting Domains
Look-alike domains like "paypa1.com" or "amaz0n.com" that trick you visually.
Malware Downloads
Links to .exe, .apk files that install viruses, spyware, or crypto drainers.
Real QR Code Scam Examples
Parking Meter Scam
Scammers place fake QR stickers over real payment codes on parking meters. Victims pay on a fake site that steals credit card info. Reported in Austin, London, and Sydney.
Crypto Wallet Drainer
QR codes at crypto events link to fake "airdrop" sites that are actually wallet drainers, stealing tokens instantly.
How to Check a QR Code for Scams
Take a Photo or Screenshot
Capture the QR code before scanning it with your phone's camera.
Upload to RexoGate
Drop the image into the scanner above. It decodes the QR entirely in your browser.
Review the Trust Score
We analyze the URL against 14 risk heuristics. Score > 60 = likely safe. Below = blocked.
How to Stay Safe from QR Phishing
Frequently Asked Questions
Can QR codes contain malware?
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QR codes themselves don't contain malware. However, they can link to websites that download malicious files (.exe, .apk) or steal your credentials via fake login pages.
What is QR phishing (Quishing)?
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Quishing is a phishing attack using QR codes instead of links in emails. It bypasses spam filters because the malicious URL is hidden in the image. It's the #1 growing attack vector in 2026.
Do QR codes track you?
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Some QR codes contain tracking parameters (UTM, unique IDs). RexoGate scans happen 100% locally in your browser – we never see what you check.
Is RexoGate really free?
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Yes. The QR code checker is completely free with no limits. Pro features are available for advanced use cases like bulk scanning and PDF reports.
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