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Free vCard QR Code Generator for Business Cards

Create a contact QR code that saves your name, phone, email and company to any smartphone in one scan. Customise colours, add your logo, and download as PNG, JPG or SVG. Free, no sign-up, no uploads.

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What is a vCard QR Code?

A vCard QR code is a scannable image that contains a complete digital contact card. When someone points their phone camera at it, the operating system reads the encoded vCard 3.0 data and immediately offers to save your name, phone number, email address, company and website to their address book — all in a single tap, with no typing.

It is the modern replacement for the printed contact card. Instead of hoping that someone will manually key in your details correctly, a QR code transfers everything perfectly and instantly — on iPhone, Android and even most smart feature phones.

Because everything is encoded directly in the image, there is no server involved, no app required, and no subscription. The code works forever as long as your contact details stay the same.

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apps required to scan
1 tap
to save full contact
100%
free, no watermark
iOS & Android
native support

Where to use your vCard QR code

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Business Cards

Add the QR to the back of your card. Clients scan and your full details land in their contacts — zero chance of a transcription error, zero fumbling.

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Conference Name Badges

Print on your lanyard or badge. Anyone you meet at a networking event can save you in under 5 seconds while you are still talking.

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Email Signatures

Embed a small QR code image in your email footer. Colleagues and clients on mobile can scan the screen and add you to contacts instantly.

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LinkedIn & Social Profiles

Use the QR image in your LinkedIn featured section or as a story card. Followers scan to save your number — great for recruiters and sales.

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CV & Portfolio

Add a vCard QR to the top of your CV. Hiring managers scan it to save your number before the interview — you stay top of mind.

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Product Packaging

Include the QR on product labels so customers can easily save your support or sales number when they unbox.

vCard QR vs other digital contact methods

MethodApp neededWorks offlineSaves to Contacts
📱 vCard QR codeNoneYesYes, natively
💼 LinkedIn QRLinkedIn appNoVia profile only
💳 NFC cardNoneYesYes
🖨️ Printed numberNoneYesManual typing

Design tips for business card QR codes

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Match your brand colours
Use the custom foreground colour picker to set your brand colour. It makes the QR code feel like a natural part of your card design rather than an afterthought.
2
Rounded or dot modules look premium
Switch from square to rounded or dot module style for a softer, more modern look that pairs well with professional card designs.
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Add a brief call-to-action
Print 'Scan to save my contact' in small text next to the QR code. First-time encounters with QR codes on business cards still benefit from a short label.
4
Test before you print
Always scan your downloaded QR code with both an iPhone and an Android device before sending files to the printer. Check all fields save correctly.
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Use SVG for the print file
SVG scales to any size without pixelation. Upload it directly to Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer, or any professional print service.

Frequently asked questions

What is a vCard QR code?
A vCard QR code encodes a digital contact card (name, phone, email, company, website) using the vCard 3.0 standard. When scanned, the phone's Contacts app opens and offers to save all your details in one tap — no manual typing.
How does scanning a vCard QR code work on iPhone?
On iPhone (iOS 11+), open the Camera app, point it at the QR code and tap the notification banner that appears. The Contacts app opens with all fields pre-filled — just tap 'Add Contact' to save.
How does scanning a vCard QR code work on Android?
On Android 8 and later, open the Camera app or Google Lens, point at the QR code and tap the prompt. The phone offers to add the contact directly to your address book without any extra app.
What information can I include in a vCard QR code?
You can include first name, last name, phone number, email address, company name and website URL. This follows the vCard 3.0 standard which is supported by every major phone contacts app.
Is a vCard QR code better than a LinkedIn QR code for business cards?
A vCard QR code saves contact details directly to the phone's address book without needing any app installed. A LinkedIn QR code requires the LinkedIn app. For maximum compatibility across all phones and age groups, vCard is the better choice for printed business cards.
What file format should I use to print a vCard QR code on a business card?
Download as SVG for the best print quality. SVG is a vector format that prints perfectly at any size — from a tiny 1 cm spot on a business card to a large A4 poster. Most print-on-demand services (Vistaprint, Canva Print, Moo) accept SVG files.
Can I add a logo to the vCard QR code?
Yes. Upload your company logo using the Logo option in the Style panel. Error correction automatically switches to High so the QR code stays reliably scannable even with the logo in the centre.
How big should the QR code be on my business card?
On a standard 90×55 mm business card, a 20×20 mm QR code in one corner is sufficient. The iPhone and Android camera apps can scan this size reliably in good lighting. Avoid going smaller than 15×15 mm.
Does my contact information expire or need updating?
The data is encoded directly in the image, so it does not expire. However, if your phone number or email changes, you will need to generate a new QR code and reprint your cards.