How to Create a vCard QR Code
Let anyone save your full contact details with a single scan — name, phone, email, and more.
What Is a vCard QR Code?
A vCard QR code encodes your contact information in the industry-standard vCard (VCF) format. When someone scans the QR code with their phone, the camera recognises it and offers to save your details directly into their contacts app — no extra apps needed.
This makes it perfect for business cards, name badges, conference lanyards, and email signatures. One scan replaces the entire process of manually saving a contact.
Available vCard Fields
| Field | Example | Required |
|---|---|---|
| First & last name | Alex Johnson | Required |
| Organisation | Acme Corp | Optional |
| Job title | Product Designer | Optional |
| Phone number | +1 555 123 4567 | Optional |
| Email address | alex@acme.com | Optional |
| Website URL | https://acme.com | Optional |
| Street address | 123 Main St, New York, NY | Optional |
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Open the vCard generator
Go to FreeQRStudio and select "vCard / Contact" from the QR type selector.
- 2
Fill in your contact details
Enter at minimum your first name. Add phone, email, website, and other fields as needed.
- 3
Preview the QR code
Click "Generate QR Code" to see a live preview.
- 4
Customise the style
Optionally change colors, dot shape, and add your logo for a branded look.
- 5
Scan to verify
Before downloading, scan the preview with your phone to confirm all contact details are correct.
- 6
Download and deploy
Download as SVG for print (business cards, badges) or PNG for digital use.
Pro Tips
- Include a website URL — it is often more useful than a physical address.
- Use the international format for phone numbers (+1 555...) so contacts save correctly across regions.
- Keep data minimal — only encode what you actually want people to have.
- Test the generated QR code on both iOS and Android before printing.
- For business cards, print the QR code at 2.5 × 2.5 cm or larger for reliable scanning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a vCard QR code?
A vCard QR code encodes your contact information in vCard format. When someone scans it, their phone prompts them to save your details as a new contact — name, phone number, email, website, and more.
Does it require an app to scan?
No. On iOS (iOS 11+) and Android (6.0+), the built-in camera app can scan vCard QR codes and offer to save the contact directly.
What information can I include in a vCard QR code?
You can include first name, last name, organisation, job title, phone number, email address, website URL, and physical address. FreeQRStudio lets you fill in all of these fields.
Is a vCard QR code better than a contact card app?
For simplicity, yes. A vCard QR code works with the native contacts app and does not require the other person to download anything. However, if you need analytics or link updating, a contact card platform (like a Link in Bio) offers more.
Create a free vCard QR code
Let anyone save your contact in one scan.