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QR Code Scam Alert: 6 Essential Rules to Identify Real vs. Fake QR Codes and Protect Your Bank Account
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QR Code Scam Alert: 6 Rules to Avoid Losing Your Bank Balance
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News18
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10-03-2026, 15:36
QR Code Scam Alert: 6 Rules to Avoid Losing Your Bank Balance
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Digital payments are rising, but so are QR code frauds; fraudsters use fake codes to drain accounts.
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Always inspect QR codes for stickers or paper pasted over the original before making a payment.
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Never rush payments; take time to verify the recipient's name and details after scanning.
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Use only trusted UPI apps like Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, or BHIM for scanning QR codes.
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Be cautious if asked to scan a QR code to *receive* money; scanning is typically for *sending* funds. Report suspicious activity.
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