QR Code for Business Cards

Putting a QR code on your business card turns a flat piece of paper into a tap-free way to share your contact, website, or social profile. The recipient scans once and saves everything — no typing required.

What to encode

  • vCard — saves your full contact to the address book. Follow our vCard QR guide.
  • Website or portfolio — a single URL QR code.
  • Social profile — a link to LinkedIn, Instagram, or similar.

Design tips

  • Place the code on the back where there is room and good contrast.
  • Keep a quiet margin so it scans after printing.
  • Label it (e.g. 'Scan to save my contact') so people know to scan.
  • Export as SVG from the generator so it stays crisp at card size.

Make your code

Build your vCard or URL, then paste it into the free QR code generator and download the SVG. For the underlying format, see what a QR code is.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I encode on a business card QR code?

The most useful option is a vCard so the scan saves your contact directly. You can also encode your website, portfolio, or a social profile link.

Will it work on any phone?

Yes. Any modern phone camera can scan the code and open the link or contact prompt without a separate app.

Should the QR code replace my printed details?

No — keep your name, title, and email printed for human readers and accessibility. The code is a convenient shortcut, not a replacement.

How do I make the code?

Generate a vCard string (see our vCard guide), paste it into the free QR code generator, and download the SVG to place on your card design.