/en/tags/code-payment/Recent content in Code-Payment on Guide to Credit Cards, Smartphone Payments, and Rewards in JapanHugo -- gohugo.ioenMLI PayFri, 03 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0900/en/code-payment/safe-code-payment-practices-security-tips-and-savings/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0900/en/code-payment/safe-code-payment-practices-security-tips-and-savings/<img src="/img/thumbnail/safe-code-payment-practices-en.png" alt="Featured image of post Safe Code Payment Practices: Security Tips and Savings" /><p>QR code payments offer unmatched convenience, but they also introduce security risks if you are not careful. Summer outings increase your mobile payment usage, making now the perfect time to review safety practices. Here is how to stay secure while still getting the best deals.</p> <h2 id="essential-security-settings">Essential Security Settings </h2><p>Always enable a passcode or biometric lock (fingerprint or face recognition) on your payment app. This prevents unauthorized access if your phone is lost or stolen. Keep both the app and your phone OS updated. Avoid using code payment apps on public Wi-Fi; if you must, use a VPN for an extra layer of protection.</p>