# QR Contact Codes WhatsApp is Testing QR Codes for Users to Scan in Order to Add Contacts By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-05-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/add-contacts References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/whatsapp-qr-codes-add-contacts-123516900.html) & [whatsapp](https://www.whatsapp.com/) WhatsApp is now testing a feature that lets users add contacts by [scanning a QR code](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-friend). Users can add contacts through their settings which displays a small QR code, which another user can scan to receive their number and ID. QR codes can also be revoked at any time, allowing users to distance themselves from individuals they do not want to interact with and prevent abuse on the platform. It is unclear as to whether WhatsApp will add the feature to the app, however, it could streamline the process of adding a new contact. WhatsApp also previously implemented [QR codes for logins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scan-support) to the online app. This shows the platform is familiar with implementing the technology to a large number of users. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **QR Code Contact Additions:** WhatsApp is testing QR codes to streamline the process of adding new contacts, providing opportunity for further innovation with contact sharing technology. - **Revoking Contact Codes:** The ability to revoke QR codes to prevent abuse on the platform presents an opportunity for the development of additional abuse prevention technologies. - **QR Code Applications Beyond Login and Contacts:** WhatsApp's use of QR codes highlights the potential for broader implementation of the technology, creating potential applications in various industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Social Media:** QR Code Contact Additions could be implemented on various social media platforms to streamline contact sharing. - **Event Planning:** The use of QR codes to streamline check-in processes and access control in event planning presents an opportunity for disruption. - **Retail:** The use of QR codes in retail for providing product information and contactless payment options presents opportunities for innovation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [WhatsApp Privacy Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inapp-controls.md) - [Video-Style Chat App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-video-messages.md) - [Enhanced Video Chat Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/videocall.md) - [App-Facilitated VR Integrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-4.md) - [Telegram-Style Video Messages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-messaging.md) - [Social Voice Chat Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-5.md) - [One-Way Chat Feature Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/channels-feature.md) - [Avatar-Supporting Social Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-2.md) - [Social Group Voice-Chat Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/group-voice-chats.md)