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Updated: December 2024
A QR code that, when scanned, prompts users to save your contact information directly to their phone's address book. Perfect for business cards, name badges, email signatures, and networking events.
Name, phone number, email - the basics you want to share
To verify contacts save correctly before printing
Job title, organization name, and address for professional cards
Go to our homepage where you'll find the free QR code generator. Click on the type selector to see all available QR code types.
Tip: The generator works in any modern browser - no account or download needed.
In the type selector, find and click on "vCard". This type is designed specifically for contact information and creates a digital business card that phones can save directly to contacts.
Tip: vCard is the standard format recognized by all smartphones for contact information.
Fill in your first name and last name in the respective fields. The name fields are required and will appear as the contact name when someone saves your info.
Tip: Use your professional name as it appears on business cards.
Fill in the contact information you want to share: phone number (mobile, work, home), email address, job title, company/organization name. Include as much or as little as you want.
Tip: Mobile phone is the most commonly used field - make sure it's correct.
If you want to include a physical address, fill in the street, city, state/province, postal code, and country. This is useful for business cards where you want people to find your office.
Tip: Only include your address if it's relevant - it adds to QR code complexity.
Include your website URL if you have one. This gives people a way to learn more about you or your business after they save your contact.
Tip: Use your main website or LinkedIn profile for professional contacts.
Click the "Style" tab to customize colors and patterns. For business cards, consider using your brand colors. Make sure to maintain high contrast for reliable scanning.
Tip: Classic black and white always works best for professional use.
Scan the preview QR code with your phone. It should prompt you to add a new contact. Verify all information is correct before downloading.
Tip: Test on both iPhone and Android if possible - both should show "Add to Contacts" option.
Click Download and choose your format. SVG is best for business cards (print), PNG works for digital use. Choose a size appropriate for your intended use.
Tip: For business cards, download SVG at minimum 150x150 pixels (0.5" at 300dpi).
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