Abuse Policy

How do we protect our platform from Abuse and Phishing

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At QR Planet we are committed to ensuring the security and integrity of
our platform. As a provider of dynamic QR code solutions, we recognize the potential for misuse by malicious actors attempting to engage in phishing, fraud, or spam. This Abuse Policy outlines our proactive measures to prevent abuse, protect users, and maintain a high standard of trust and security.

1. Zero Tolerance for Abuse

We have a zero-tolerance policy for any misuse of our platform, including but not limited to:

  • Phishing or impersonation of legitimate entities
  • Fraudulent activities, scams, or misleading links
  • Distribution of malware or harmful content
  • Spamming or excessive automated behavior
  • Any violation of applicable laws and regulations

2. Preventative Measures

We implement multiple layers of security to prevent abuse on our platform:

User Verification & Access Controls

  • Email verification is required for all accounts.
  • JS Challeging CAPTCHA protection is in place to prevent bot-based abuse
  • Use of disposeable Emails is prohibited and accounts using disposeable Emails will be banned without any notice

URL Screening & Blacklist Check

  • Every destination URL associated with a QR code is automatically checked against:
    • Google Safe Browsing
    • Internal abuse databases

  • Suspicious or blacklisted URLs are blocked from being generated.

Behavioral Monitoring

  • We track usage patterns to detect abnormal activity, such as:
    • Rapid QR code creation.
    • Unusual geographic activity.
    • High scan-to-creation ratios.
  • Any suspicious activity triggers manual review or automatic suspension.

3. Reporting and Enforcement

We encourage users to report any abuse, phishing attempts, or fraudulent QR codes.

How to Report Abuse

If you suspect that a QR code generated through our platform is being used for phishing, fraud, or other harmful purposes, please report it immediately:

Action Taken on Abuse Reports

  • Immediate Investigation: Our team reviews reports promptly.
  • Suspension of Malicious Accounts: Offending accounts are blocked permanently.
  • Domain & IP Blacklisting: Fraudulent domains and abusive users are added to our internal blocklists.
  • Notification to Authorities: If phishing or illegal activities are detected, we cooperate with relevant cybersecurity and legal bodies.

4. Protecting Our Reputation

We take our IP and domain reputation seriously and continuously monitor:

  • Our domain against blacklists.
  • The reputation of QR codes created on our platform.
  • Any abuse patterns that may affect our users or partners.

To maintain high trust levels, we enforce strict policies and ensure that only legitimate users can utilize our services.

We comply with international cybersecurity standards and local regulations to combat digital fraud. Any user found violating our terms will face:

  • Permanent account termination.
  • IP bans and reporting to law enforcement.
  • Legal action if applicable.

6. Responsible QR Code Usage

We remind all users that they are responsible for the QR codes they
generate and distribute. Any misuse can result in immediate suspension and legal consequences.

Contact Us

For any abuse-related inquiries, please contact our security team at [email protected]

We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our platform safe for all
users. Thank you for helping us maintain a secure and trusted environment.

Last update 14 hours ago