Cryptocurrency Q&A How to identify a fake QR code?

How to identify a fake QR code?

alexander_watson_astronaut alexander_watson_astronaut Sun Dec 15 2024 | 7 answers 1489
I'm concerned about the security of QR codes. With their increasing popularity, I'm worried that fake QR codes might be used for scams. How can I distinguish between a genuine and a fraudulent QR code? How to identify a fake QR code?

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ThunderBreezeHarmony ThunderBreezeHarmony Tue Dec 17 2024
Scanning a QR code with your phone's camera initiates a link preview.

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Alessandro Alessandro Tue Dec 17 2024
This preview displays the destination of the QR code.

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Martino Martino Tue Dec 17 2024
Be vigilant for warning signs such as unrelated domains.

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DongdaemunTrendsetting DongdaemunTrendsetting Tue Dec 17 2024
Utilize LINK Preview to Verify Code Authenticity.

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Andrea Andrea Tue Dec 17 2024
Misspellings in the URL should also raise suspicion.

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