Kaspersky QR Scanner for Android

Scanning a QR code

April 5, 2023

ID 93903

To scan a QR code:

  1. Point the camera at the QR code.
  2. Keep the device steady for 1-2 seconds.

    Kaspersky QR Scanner automatically focuses the image and decrypts information encrypted in the QR code.

    Depending on the type of information encrypted in the QR code, the device displays text, a link to a website, contact details, or Wi-Fi network connection settings.

Kaspersky QR Scanner saves all scanned QR codes into history if the saving history functionality is enabled in app's settings.

You can see up-to-date information about QR code contents check results in history by tapping required entry. The app checks the links again and shows up-to-date result.

Follow these recommendations when scanning a QR code:

  • If Kaspersky QR Scanner is unable to decode the QR code, move the camera to or from the QR to get the image in focus.
  • When illumination is insufficient, tap to turn on the flashlight

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