Some developers would lead you to believe you need to download their app to scan QR codes. Spoiler: Your phone can do that with built-in features.

QR codes make it possible to scan an image with your phone’s camera to open a link. In the early days of Android, the easiest way to post links to Android apps was with QR codes, which is why ...

Here's how to scan a QR code on your iPhone or Android phone. Many phones have QR code scanners, but if yours doesn't, we also recommend some apps to help.

TECH How to scan a QR code with your iPhone or Android phone (no apps needed) QR codes are those pixelated squares you see in restaurants, advertisements, stores, food packaging, business cards ...

Your Android or iPhone can probably already scan QR codes. Here's how to do it no matter what phone you have.