Top tips: How can you tell if a QR code is safe?

While QR codes offer great convenience, they are increasingly being used in "QR phishing" attacks to redirect users to fraudulent websites designed to steal sensitive information. To stay safe, you should always inspect the preview URL before opening a link and check physical codes for signs of tampering or stickers. Ultimately, protecting yourself requires slowing down to verify that any destination reached via a scan is an official, legitimate site.