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QR Code Scam Checker

Scanned a parking-meter or delivery QR? Paste the URL or decoded text here — we route it to our website or message checker.

Guide: QR code phishing

Frequently asked questions

I scanned a parking QR — what now?

Paste the URL here before entering payment info. See our QR phishing guide.

Does this scan images?

Paste the decoded URL or text from your camera app — we do not upload photos.

Is a URL always checked as a website?

Yes. Plain text runs through the message scam checker instead.

Can QR codes be safe?

Yes — but unexpected QR stickers on meters or mail are a common smishing trick.