Can address scanning save me?

[MarryWithBTC]

Hello dear bitcoiners!

if i suspect that my mobile device might be infected, such that if i copy and paste an address, it could be replaced by a scammer. Then i decided to use the QR code and scan method, will I still be vulnerable?

[nc50lc]

Clipbpard hijacking malware are mostly specific to your clipboard.
While in-app address/URI QR code scanners usually are built to decode the QR and paste it directly to the intended text field, so it shouldn't be affected.
Of course, keep it a habit to double check the characters of your recipient's address.

However, if your device is infected, whether it's just clipboard hijacking malware:
Stop using the wallet that's installed in it, keep it offline, and use another device to send your funds to another wallet.

Do not ever trust a device that's already infected since it must have another malware or two.

[MarryWithBTC]

Clipbpard hijacking malware are mostly specific to your clipboard.
While in-app address/URI QR code scanners usually are built to decode the QR and paste it directly to the intended text field, so it shouldn't be affected.

i thought as much. i was being curious and ast the same time scared.

Of course, keep it a habit to double check the characters of your recipient's address.

i double check if the amount is below $50.
i triple check if it is above $100
then, i check ten times if it is above $1000 lol

However, if your device is infected, whether it's just clipboard hijacking malware:
Stop using the wallet that's installed in it, keep it offline, and use another device to send your funds to another wallet.

Do not ever trust a device that's already infected since it must have another malware or two.

Thank you. Best for my peace of mind.