Are QR Codes Safe?
When scanning a QR Code you’re usually not too worried about what will pop up on your phone. After all, you’re probably scanning a QR Code from a trusted person or business that has put one out on display for you to scan.
Ultimately, that’s what it comes down to. A QR Code is only as safe as the person or business that generated it.
Are QR Codes Safe?
Public Spaces
Lookout!
When scanning a QR Code the first thing to lookout for is the domain name that is displayed when your camera scans one. They should never look over-complicated, and an option to preview the domain name should be available before moving forward.
Watch for...
Stickers! If it looks like a sticker has been placed over top of another QR Code then proceed with caution. Check the domain name first, and be sure to ask someone about the QR Code before proceeding. When scanning a WordByrd QR Code, people will see that we are managing it and will know that it's always a safe code to scan.
QR Codes in public spaces.
Expiry Dates
Expiry Dates
Domain Renewal
Your QR Code will never expire but your domain name will. If a business has gone under, or a person will not be renewing their domain name; another person or business can buy that domain and lead existing QR Codes to less than desirable places.
Responsibility
If you are handing out printed material with QR Codes on it, it is your responsibility to ensure that all codes never end up going to malicious links. Have a plan in place to inform customers how long your QR Code will be active for, and be sure to monitor all QR Codes over the duration of their use. If you're interested in having them managed for you, be sure to reach out to The WordByrd Network to learn more about our services.
Safety Solutions
Managed QR Codes
Using a managed Dynamic QR Code from The WordByrd Network keeps you from having to worry about people scanning your QR Codes and ending up on malicious websites. It shows your customers that you care about their online safety. Learn more about Dynamic QR Codes here, and if you have any questions about QR Code safety, be sure to get in touch.
Safety Solutions
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