Why I Needed a Safe Way to Inspect QR Codes on iOS (and the Tool That Solved It)

QR codes have quietly become one of the easiest ways to deliver malicious links. They show up in phishing kits, physical social‑engineering attempts, fake parking meters, restaurant menus, and even printed scam flyers. If you work in cybersecurity or DFIR, you’ve probably run into situations where you need to inspect a QR code without opening it. The problem? Most QR apps on iOS automatically open the link or make external requests. Many also include analytics or third‑party SDKs — not ideal whe