QR SECURE ToolScan

The QR SECURE ToolScan service is how you secure your tools. The laser etched QR codes are like a fingerprint for each individual tool, which is linked to our database. With an active ToolScan subscription, anyone who scans a QR code on your tools will be able to see the status of your tools, such as whether it's stolen, and any other details you have opted to display such as your contact details, or instructions on how to return the tools.

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If you have reported stolen tools to the police, you can record the crime number and issue the police a special access code, which the police can then use to securely access details of your stolen tools on recovery, and return them to you. The laser etched QR code acts as your proof of ownership, along with any other proof you have added to the database.

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You may not be immediately aware that your tools have gone missing, whether lost or stolen, so if someone finds your tools, they can notify you and return them to you.

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If you find your stolen tools (for example, at a car boot sale, or for sale on a website), you can prove they're yours by scanning the laser etched QR code. You can then notify the police who can assist you with the recovery.

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With the paid ToolScan subscription, you can:

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• Access the database, included with the free sign up.
   

• Get your tools secured with our unique laser etched QR codes.
   

• Manage your tools, equipment, and van using our QR SECURE database.
   

• Report your tools as stolen and provide secure access for the police, linked to your crime number.
   

• Notify your networks when tools are lost, and notify the entire membership when tools are stolen.
   

• Display information and tool status to anyone scanning the QR codes on your tools.
   

• Get notified when your tools are scanned, including the location of the tools, even if the phone's location service is switched off.

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Notes

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Without an active ToolScan subscription, your tools will not protected by our special laser etched QR codes, and scanning the QR codes will not display any information about them. The police will be unable see any information about your tools to help recover and return them to you. If you want the laser etched QR codes to be active and protecting your tools, you will need an active ToolScan subscription. If you want to purchase QR Code credits and book appointments to have your tools laser etched, you will need a ToolScan subscription.

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​To notify people in your network about missing or stolen tools, and to allow others to notify you about tools that have been found, you will need either a ToolScan or VanScan subscription. Without one of these subscriptions, you can still add people to your network but you won't be able to send them any notifications.

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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

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Q1 - How robust and reliable are the QR codes?

A1 - The QR code is laser etched, permanently. The QR code will still work even if 30% of it is destroyed, so you don't need to worry about wear and tear. We normally laser etch up to 3 QR codes on a tool in different places, so you have extra reliability and redundancy.

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Q2 - Why do I need to purchase QR code credits if I have a ToolScan subscription?

A2 - The cost of the QR codes covers the cost of the physical laser etching service, which is carried out by our technicians. If you have purchased a tool which is already QR SECURE protected, then you don't need to pay for the QR code again - you just need the ToolScan subscription to continue the protection.

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Q3 - What if the QR code is destroyed by the person who stole it?

A3 - Destroying the QR code will cause significant damage to the tool, and will devalue it. That's one of the reasons why it's a theft deterrent.

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Q4 - What kinds of tools can be etched with a QR code?

A4 - Any metal or plastic tools can be laser etched, whether it's a circular saw, compound mitre saw, impact driver, screwdriver, SDS drill, etc. Batteries can also be etched with a QR code. We don't etch wooden tools, and the surface for etching needs to be reasonable flat, since curved surfaces won't scan properly.

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Q5 - Who can scan the QR codes?

A5 - Anyone with a modern smartphone can scan the QR codes. Most smartphones have this capability. An internet connection is also required, such as WiFi or a normal data connection.