Thursday, 8 August 2024

QR code scam warning

QR codes are a common sight in restaurants, pubs and car parks. But scammers are still hijacking them to set subscription traps.

After scanning a dodgy code, people find they've been charged for subscriptions they didn't sign up for, by companies they've never heard of. Take a look at recent traps we've seen and use our five tips to scan QR codes safely.

How to spot a dodgy code

Source: Which? (07 Aug 2024)

https://bexleywatch.blogspot.com/2026/03/working-together-for-safer-bexley.html

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