Does scanning a code that shows "CaoLiao QR Code" mean this product is genuine?

Original: https://cli.im/article/detail/2470

When you buy a bottle of wine, a new piece of clothing, or an appliance, and habitually take out your phone to scan the code for verification, you might see "Genuine Guarantee" or "Anti-Counterfeit Authentication." But at the bottom of the page, you also notice the "CaoLiao QR Code" logo.

At this point, do you find yourself wondering:

"Is this product real? Is CaoLiao QR Code the manufacturer? Is the 'Genuine Guarantee' on the page reliable?"

CaoLiao QR Code receives many similar inquiries every day.

Are these products manufactured by CaoLiao QR Code?

Answer: No!

CaoLiao QR Code is not a manufacturer or a seller of goods; it is a QR code generation tool.

You can think of CaoLiao QR Code as a public printer.

Any business, company, or even individual can use this public printer to "print" their prepared "product description" (which might include a "Genuine Guarantee," product images, text descriptions, etc.) into a QR code using the "CaoLiao QR Code" printer.

When merchants use CaoLiao's free service, the bottom of the QR code page will display the "CaoLiao QR Code" logo. This is similar to getting documents printed for free at a print shop, where the shop might stamp a small logo in the corner, meaning "This document was printed for free by XX Print Shop."

Therefore, when you scan a code and see the "CaoLiao QR Code" logo, it only indicates that the QR code was generated by a merchant using the "CaoLiao QR Code" tool. It does not mean that the product was produced or certified by CaoLiao.

Why does the page show "Genuine Guarantee"?

Answer: This content is added by the merchants themselves.

CaoLiao QR Code is easy to use, feature-rich, mostly free, and its dynamic QR code functionality allows the QR code pattern to remain unchanged while the content can be updated at any time. For example: A merchant can create 1,000 QR codes to attach to products, displaying product information today and switching to promotional activities tomorrow.

Consequently, many merchants use the CaoLiao platform to create QR codes for displaying product information such as the product name, price, place of origin, instruction manual, factory inspection report, etc.

However, some merchants, aiming to enhance their product's credibility, add content like "Genuine Certification," "Anti-Counterfeit Query," or "Traceability Query" to the QR code pages they create.

⚠️ But it's crucial to note:

• CaoLiao QR Code does not have the ability to verify the authenticity of the merchant's content. It can only "print" the information provided by the merchant into a QR code; it cannot validate the truthfulness of that content.
• The "Genuine Guarantee" you see is content added by the merchant themselves, not an official certification granted by the CaoLiao platform.
• Seeing a "Genuine Guarantee" doesn't necessarily mean the product is fake, but it also should not be taken as proof that the product is genuine.

Judging a product's authenticity should not rely solely on QR code content. It is recommended to make a comprehensive judgment by combining information from official websites, the product's unique anti-counterfeit code, formal invoices, and other reliable sources.

What should I do if I find false content?

The CaoLiao QR Code platform strictly prohibits users from publishing false or misleading information. The platform reviews content, and once keywords like "Genuine Verification" or "Anti-Counterfeit Certification" are detected, the corresponding QR code is automatically blocked. However, for information such as a product's place of origin or price, the platform cannot verify its authenticity.

If you encounter problematic content during a scan—such as false advertising or the sale of counterfeit goods—you can click the 【More】 entry at the bottom of the page to submit a complaint or provide feedback.

The platform will promptly investigate and handle the issue. QR codes involved in serious violations will result in the permanent banning of the account and may be reported to the relevant authorities.

What exactly can CaoLiao QR Code do?

If CaoLiao isn't used for verifying authenticity, where does its value lie?

Actually, CaoLiao QR Code is more than just a tool for generating QR codes; it's a no-code platform that helps businesses and individuals quickly build business systems. Its core value lies in: using QR codes to create traceable "digital profiles" for items, personnel, and events, enabling management digitization in a more lightweight way.

Some common application scenarios:

• Equipment Management: Generate a QR code for each piece of equipment as its "digital ID." After repairing a machine, maintenance personnel scan the code to log the repair details, e.g., "Technician A replaced a part on October 24th." If the machine breaks down again, Technician B can scan the code and immediately see the complete maintenance history without needing to ask around.

• Fixed Asset Management: A company attaches QR codes to each computer and desk. The admin staff can scan a code to know, for instance, "This computer is used by Zhang San from the Tech Department."

• Personnel Management: Each employee has a QR code serving as their digital personnel file. Scanning it reveals information like "When does their work permit expire?" or "What training have they attended?"

These QR codes are not just labels; they are entry points for recording information. Every scan, form fill, and modification leaves a record, gradually forming a complete digital profile.

What CaoLiao QR Code does is not verify product authenticity, but provide a simple and easy-to-use tool that allows information to be recorded, updated, and traced. This helps businesses improve management efficiency and achieve digital management.