Home / Guides / Back of business card: where to put a QR code (front vs back) ← All guides Back of business card: where to put a QR code (front vs back) QR code on business card placement: back vs front, safe margins, labels, and common layout mistakes that hurt scanning.
Placement matters. Even a perfect QR code can fail if it's too close to other graphics or cropped by a design template.
Best placements (practical) # Back side : easiest to keep clean space (recommended).Front corner : only if you can keep a clear quiet zone around it.Avoid putting it on top of patterns, gradients, or photos. Add a label (CTR in real life) # Add a short label like "Scan to save contact" so people know what happens.
Size + quiet zone # Use 20–25mm and keep a quiet zone (blank margin). See business card size guide .
Best QR size for business cards: 20–25 mm (0.8–1.0"). Includes US/EU/JP card dimensions, quiet zone rule (4 modules), and a print checklist.
How to add a QR code to a business card (visiting card) in Canva: generate the right QR (vCard vs URL), download SVG/PNG, keep a quiet zone, and export for print.
Canva QR code generator: create a URL QR in Canva, or generate vCard/WiFi/social QR codes with QRFlow and upload — plus print-ready export tips.
When SVG is mandatory (printing), when PNG is fine (screens), and how resizing affects scan reliability.
Why quiet zone is non-negotiable, how to choose colors that scan, and what backgrounds (patterns, gradients) break QR detection.
Pick the right error correction level for print/screens/logos. Learn the trade-off: higher correction = denser QR = needs larger print.
Quick answers Common questions What size should I print for reliable scans? Use 20-25 mm for business cards and scale up for posters or distance scans.
Which download format is best for print? Use SVG for crisp edges at any size. PNG is best for screens only.
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