vCard QR workflow
Create a vCard QR code for your contact card
Business cards get scanned once and filed away. A vCard QR code puts your contact details directly into the phone's address book with one scan.
The fast workflow
Follow the same short workflow every time so the result is predictable.
Fill in the fields
Enter the contact details you want to share.
Generate the code
The tool builds a standard vCard and encodes it as a QR code.
Style it if needed
Adjust colors and size for print.
Print or share
Add the code to a business card, email signature, or poster.
Why vCard is the standard
vCard is the address-book format used by iOS and Android. A vCard QR code embeds that file, so scanning saves a real contact card instead of just text.
Keep the code clean for printing: high error correction handles small imperfections in the printed code.
Common problems
- Handing out cards that end up in a drawer
- Typing contact details manually from a card
- Putting personal data in a public QR without thinking
Best practices
- Use a work-specific vCard for public codes
- Test the code with a phone before printing
- Pair it with a URL QR code for your website
Frequently asked questions
What do phones do when they scan a vCard QR?
They offer to save the contact card directly to the address book, with all the fields you included.
Can I include a photo in the vCard?
The generator focuses on text fields. Add a photo after saving the contact if needed.
Will the code work on both iPhone and Android?
Yes. vCard 3.0 is supported by the default camera apps on both platforms.
Is my contact data uploaded?
No. The vCard is built locally in your browser.
Your data stays local
Everything runs in your browser. Files and values are never uploaded or stored.
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