# QR & Barcode Scanner, Launcher > Fast QR and Barcode Scanner with History, QR Generator, and Quick Sharing. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qr.code.scanner.barcode.reader.qrcodescanner](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qr.code.scanner.barcode.reader.qrcodescanner) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.qr.code.scanner.barcode.reader.qrcodescanner` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Removed - **Publisher:** Apps Specials - **Category:** PERSONALIZATION - **Downloads:** 2,146,895 - **Rating:** 3.16 / 5 (1,873 ratings) - **Version:** 3.2.12 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-27 - **First published:** 2025-10-01 - **Publisher country:** IN - **Size:** 63 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-08 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.qr.code.scanner.barcode.reader.qrcodescanner) - **Website:** [https://appsspecials.com](https://appsspecials.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://appspecials.blogspot.com/2018/04/at-app-specials-we-recognize-that.html](https://appspecials.blogspot.com/2018/04/at-app-specials-we-recognize-that.html) ## Description **QR & Barcode Scanner, Launcher** lets you quickly scan QR codes and supported barcodes using your device camera. Create QR codes for website URLs, contact information, Wi-Fi details, and other supported content, then save or share them. Review previous scans with built-in history and access scanning features directly from your Android home screen. The app can also work as a home app with supported launcher customization options, including wallpaper settings. Camera access is used for scanning, and you can change back to your preferred launcher at any time. ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.BIND_APPWIDGET` - `android.permission.BROADCAST_CLOSE_SYSTEM_DIALOGS` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR` - `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES` - `android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.qr.code.scanner.barcode.reader.qrcodescanner.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.qr.code.scanner.barcode.reader.qrcodescanner.permission.C2D_MESSAGE` ## Review summary User feedback is mostly negative. Major complaints include uninstall resistance, persistent or auto-running ads, and intrusive behavior that hijacks the home screen and settings. Several reviewers describe malware-like activity or scam tactics, such as prompting fake support and loading third-party apps. A minority of reviews express neutral or positive opinions, calling the app helpful or good. Overall, the app is perceived as unsafe and disruptive, with few redeeming features noted by a minority of users. ### Pros - Some users describe the app as great or awesome. - A portion of reviews find it helpful. - A few reviewers rate it as good. ### Cons - Difficult or impossible to uninstall; persists after removal. - Massive ads and pop-ups; intrusive advertising. - Malware-like behavior: takes over the home screen and changes settings without permission. - Excessive permissions and data access requests. - Scam-like tactics: prompts fake support and installs additional third-party apps. ## Similar extensions and apps - [QR & Barcode Scanner, Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tripixinfotech.launcher) — 19,747 users - [QR & Barcode Scanner Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qrcode.reader.scanner.barcode.creator) — 298 users - [QR & Barcode Scanner: Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qr.scan.barcode.scanner.qrcode.barcode.code) — 1,359,254 users, 2.86 / 5 - [QR & Barcode Scanner, Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qrcode.barcode.reader.qrscanner.launcher) — 1,175 users - [QR & Barcode Scanner, Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qrcode.scanner.barcod.qrreader.createqr) — 622 users - [QR & Barcode Scanner Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qrbarcodescanner.launcher) — 1,877 users - [QR Code Scanner & Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qrcodereader.qrscanner.qr.code.barcode.scan.reader) — 111,179 users, 3.94 / 5 - [QR Code Scanner & Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qrcodescanner.barcodescan.reader) — 68,391 users - [QR Scanner: Barcode & Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/qrcodescanner.barcode.reader.qr.code.scanner.launcher) — 93,464 users, 3.42 / 5 - [QR Scanner & Barcode Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/qrcodescanner.qr.code.scanner.barcode.reader.launcher) — 73,421 users, 2.64 / 5 - [QR & Barcode Scanner Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.steam.quickqr.scanner.fastreader) — 12,688 users - [QR & Barcode Scanner, Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qr.code.scanner.barcode.qrcode.reader) — 7,001 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.qr.code.scanner.barcode.reader.qrcodescanner)