# LinkGuard: Secure QR Scanner

> QR & barcode scanner with Safe Preview, history, export and QR generator.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.greenrobotlabs.linkguard](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.greenrobotlabs.linkguard)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.greenrobotlabs.linkguard`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Green Robot Labs
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 33
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-05
- **First published:** 2026-02-05
- **Publisher country:** GR
- **Size:** 13 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.greenrobotlabs.linkguard)
- **Website:** [https://www.greenrobotlabs.com](https://www.greenrobotlabs.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.greenrobotlabs.com/privacy/linkguard](https://www.greenrobotlabs.com/privacy/linkguard)

## Description

LinkGuard is a privacy-first QR &amp; barcode scanner designed to help you scan safely and stay in control.<br>Before opening any link, LinkGuard shows a Safe Preview so you can check where it leads. Your scan history is saved locally on your device and can be protected with biometric lock.<br><br>🔒 Scan safely with Safe Preview<br><br>QR codes can hide shortened or suspicious links. LinkGuard helps you make smarter decisions by showing a clean preview before you open anything.<br><br>✅ Key Features<br><br>• Safe Preview before opening links<br>See the full result clearly and decide what to do next.<br><br>• Open Securely<br>Choose how to open links and avoid accidental taps.<br><br>• Private Scan History (Local Storage)<br>Your scans are stored only on your device, using offline local storage.<br><br>• Biometric Lock<br>Protect your scan history with fingerprint / device authentication.<br><br>• QR &amp; Barcode Scanning<br>Fast scanning powered by reliable modern scanning technology.<br><br>• Batch Scan Mode<br>Scan multiple codes quickly when needed.<br><br>• Export to CSV<br>Export your scan history for your records or work use.<br><br>• Built-in QR Generator<br>Create QR codes for websites, text, contacts, and more.<br><br>• Useful Tools<br>Copy, share, save, zoom, and use flashlight for low-light scanning.<br><br>🔐 Privacy by design<br><br>LinkGuard is built with privacy in mind and keeps your scan history stored locally, not uploaded to a cloud server.<br><br>Download LinkGuard and scan with confidence.

## Rankings

- #2,423,814 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.greenrobotlabs.linkguard.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.greenrobotlabs.linkguard)