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Name card QR code (business card): what it means + how to make one

If you searched "name card QR code": it's the same as a business card (vCard) QR. Quick steps, field checklist, print size, quiet zone, and VCF export.

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  1. Use the business card template
  2. Field checklist (scan fast, save clean)
  3. Print checklist

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In some regions, people say name card instead of business card. A "name card QR code" is typically a vCard QR that saves contact details into Contacts.

Use the business card template#

Start here: Business card QR code generator. It creates a vCard QR code and also supports Download VCF (.vcf) for sharing as a contact file.

Field checklist (scan fast, save clean)#

  • Required: name
  • Recommended: phone or email
  • Optional: company + title + website
  • Avoid: long notes / too many extra fields (adds density)
  • Size: aim for 20–25mm on standard cards.
  • Quiet zone: keep a blank margin (don't crop the QR in Canva/Figma).
  • Use SVG for print quality and test on both iPhone + Android.

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Common questions

Should I use static or dynamic QR for campaigns?
Use static for stable destinations and dynamic for editable or trackable campaigns.
How do I add tracking without breaking scans?
Keep UTM parameters short and avoid long redirect chains to reduce QR density.
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