In Fort Lauderdale, the stickers with the counterfeit QR codes, which may display the logo of a legitimate mobile app, are redirecting users to fraudulent websites that attempt to steal sensitive banking information, the city said in a news release Thursday. Staff discovered these stickers during routine inspections of city parking areas.

Fort Lauderdale officials warned locals and visitors Thursday about a parking payment scam involving fake QR code stickers on some city parking meters and “Pay by Phone” signs.

Fort Lauderdale warns of a scam involving fake QR code stickers on parking meters aiming to steal banking information.

Mittal says: “These scams are spreading fast because QR codes blend so easily into everyday spaces. One common tactic is placing fake QR codes in busy spots like parking meters, vending machines and restaurant tables, hoping people will scan without a second thought.

Officials in Fort Lauderdale are warning residence and visitors about a new parking scam seen across the city that involves fake QR code stickers on parking meters and “pay by phone” signs.