Are dynamic QR codes safer than static ones?
Yes. Static codes are 'blind.' Dynamic codes are proxied, allowing for security filters to operate between the scan and the destination.
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Updated 2026-01-09
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Quishing: How to Prevent QR Code Phishing
How QR phishing (quishing) works, how attackers use QR codes for fraud, and how QR Code Pro’s infrastructure protects your brand.
Quishing: The New Frontier of Cyber Fraud
As QR code usage has exploded in South Africa and globally, so has a new threat: Quishing (QR Phishing).
What is Quishing?
Quishing occurs when a malicious actor replaces a legitimate QR code (for example, on a restaurant menu or a public parking meter) with a fake one. This fake code leads to a phishing site designed to steal credentials, credit card info, or install malware.
How QR Code Pro Protects You
We built our 2026 infrastructure with a "Security First" philosophy.
- Smart Filtering: Our proxies scan target destinations for known malicious signatures.
- Domain Shield: We alert users if the destination domain has changed significantly since the code was first created.
- Anomaly Detection: If a QR code in a quiet suburb suddenly gets 5,000 scans from a different continent, our system flags it for review.
Best Practices for Brands
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Commonly Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about quishing: how to prevent qr code phishing.
How much does QR Code Pro cost?
There is a 14-day trial with 20 dynamic codes and no credit card. After that Pro is R99/month for 50 codes, Pro+ is R199/month for 200 codes and Team is R299/month for 500 codes. Scans are unlimited on every plan and you pay in Rand through PayFast.
What happens when the trial ends?
If you do nothing, your dynamic codes stop redirecting when the 14 days end. Your account is kept for a while so you can come back and choose a plan. Pick a plan before you print a large run.
Can I cancel at any time?
Yes. Plans are billed monthly and you can cancel whenever you like. There is no annual contract.
Where is my scan data stored?
Scan analytics are hosted on a server in South Africa and handled under POPIA. The privacy policy explains what is stored and for how long.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No. The 14-day trial starts with an email address and needs no credit card.
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