Are dynamic QR codes safe?

Dynamic QR codes are safe when they come from a reputable provider — the redirect mechanism itself is the same technology as any short link, used by billions of legitimate links every day. The honest caveat: because the destination can change, a dynamic code is only as trustworthy as whoever controls it. That's why choosing a provider with a track record (and keeping your own account secure) matters.

As a scanner, the same habits protect you from any QR code, static or dynamic: read the URL preview your camera shows before tapping, be suspicious of codes on stickers slapped over other codes, and never enter payment details or download apps because a QR code told you to. If a code looks doubtful, you can check where it leads with our free safety checker before opening it.