UPI payments through QR codes have long been popular in India. This payment has multiplied several times, especially during the Corona supermarket. QR code is actually a square bar code that can be scanned by a mobile camera. However, this technology is used not only for payment, but also for quick opening of any website, downloading any app or viewing restaurant menu. Fraudsters have become active since the popularity of QR codes on tickets, personal data shares or financial transactions began to grow. Fraudsters are trying to steal money from bank accounts using this technology in various ways. The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has recently issued a number of suggestions on how QR codes are being misused. There is a lot of information on what to do and what not to do when scanning the QR code.

After scanning the QR code, check which URL is opening. Many times malware is tried to enter the phone by opening fake websites that look similar. Before scanning, check the spelling of the URL name.

QR codes Do not download any apps by scanning QR codes. Various malware can enter your phone from this type of QR code. Basically, hackers insert malware into the phone in this way. For this reason, use the official store of the phone to download any app. Android customers use the App Store and iOS customers use the App Store to download apps.

QR codes thoroughly to verify the validity of any QR code scanned. Many times another QR code is used with a sticker on top of the original QR code. Check before scanning such QR codes. Even after scanning, see where you are paying.

do not pay when a website is open after scanning the QR code. If you want to pay with QR code, scan the code from the right app. Pay only if you see the recipient's name after scanning the code from the app.

It is possible to send money only by scanning the QR code. You do not need to scan the QR code to get the money. Avoid any QR codes that come to you via email or message if you promise to receive money.