QR Code Scams Are Growing, FTC Warns | How to Test QR Codes | Sync Up

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QR Code Scams Are Growing, FTC Warns | How to Test QR Codes | Sync Up

While the quick scan of a QR code can bring you straight to a website, have you ever stopped to think how easy it would be for someone to replace those codes with fake ones? We’ll cover a newly issued warning from the FTC as we sit down and sync up with Rocket IT’s weekly technology update.

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In this episode, you’ll hear about:

  • How QR codes can easily lead to fake websites if replaced by scammers.
  • The FTC’s warning about the rising number of QR code scams.
  • Why there’s been an increase in QR code scams.
  • Common QR code scams tactics.
  • How to not fall victim to QR code scams.