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vCard QR Code Generator

Turn your contact details into a code for your business card or profile. People scan it and save your name, phone, email and website in one tap. Free, and nothing is uploaded.

If you leave out https://, it is added for you. Shorter links make simpler codes that scan faster.

Your QR code appears here

Design your QR codeTemplates, colors, shapes, frame, logo and print size

Pick a ready-made look for your use. You can change anything afterwards.

Make many QR codes at once (ZIP)

For classes, name badges, product labels and print jobs. Each line becomes one code in the design you chose above. Up to 200 codes at a time.

Made on your device. What you type is never sent to FileXL.

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How do I make a QR code for my contact details?

Open the Contact tab above and fill in your name, phone, email and anything else you want to share, such as your company, website or address. The QR code appears at once. Save it as PNG or SVG and add it to your business card. When someone scans it, their phone offers to save you as a new contact.

How it works

How to make a vCard QR code in 3 steps

No app, no account and no waiting. The code is drawn in your browser as you type, so you can see it work before you download anything.

  1. Fill in your details

    Add your name and at least a phone number or an email. Company, job title, website and address are optional.

  2. Check the preview

    The code updates as you type. Fewer details make a simpler code, which scans faster from a printed card.

  3. Download and add to your card

    Save the code as SVG or PNG, place it on your business card or email signature, and scan it with your phone to test.

Good to know

Tips for a contact QR code

The code holds a standard vCard (version 3.0), the format that iPhone and Android contacts apps understand. It is a static code, so it cannot be edited after printing.

  • Share only what you are happy for anyone to see. A printed code can be scanned by anyone.
  • Skip the address if you want a simpler code. More details make a denser code that needs more space.
  • Print the code at least 2 x 2 cm on a card, and at 3 x 3 cm if you add many details.
  • If your details change, make a new code and update your cards.
More QR codes

Other QR codes you can make

The same free generator makes ten kinds of QR code. Pick the one that matches the job.

Privacy

Private by design: nothing you type leaves your device

Many QR code sites save your link on their server so they can count scans, and some switch the code off if you stop paying. This one does not. The code is drawn in your browser, so your link, Wi-Fi password or contact details are never sent to FileXL or anyone else, and there is nothing to expire.

Need to send a file instead of a link? Upload it with FileXL and turn the download link into a QR code here. Other tools that work the same way: the Photo Resizer, the PDF compressor and the WebP to PNG converter.

FAQ

vCard QR Code questions, answered

What is a vCard QR code?

It is a QR code that holds a digital contact card (a vCard). When someone scans it, their phone offers to save your name, phone number, email and other details as a new contact.

Does a contact QR code work on iPhone and Android?

Yes. The normal camera app on both reads it and shows an option to add the contact. Older Android phones may need Google Lens or a QR scanner app.

How many details can I put in a vCard QR code?

Enough for a normal business card. The more you add, the denser the code gets, and a dense code is harder to scan when it is small. For printed cards, name, phone, email and website is a good balance.

Can I update my contact details later?

Not in the same code. A static code holds the details inside the picture. Make a new code when something changes. If you want a code that never needs changing, point it to your own online profile page instead.

Is my contact information uploaded anywhere?

No. The code is made in your browser. Your details are not sent to FileXL and are not stored.

Is this QR code generator really free?

Yes. You can generate as many QR codes as you like without paying, without an account and without a watermark. The codes you download are yours to use for personal or business purposes.

Do these QR codes expire?

No. These are static QR codes, so your link or text is stored inside the code itself. There is no server in between that can be switched off, and no plan that can run out. The code works for as long as the page or information it points to exists.

Do you store or see what I put in my QR code?

No. The code is made in your browser, so your link, Wi-Fi password or contact details are never sent to FileXL. Nothing is saved, and nothing is tracked about what you type.

What is the difference between static and dynamic QR codes?

A static code holds your data directly, so it cannot be edited and it never expires. A dynamic code holds a short link to a company server that redirects to your page. That lets the company change the destination and count scans, but the code stops working if the service stops. This tool makes static codes.

Which format should I download: PNG, SVG, JPG or PDF?

Choose the PDF or SVG for printing, because they stay sharp at any size, from a business card to a billboard. Choose PNG for websites, documents and chat apps. Choose JPG only if a form asks for it, because JPG has no transparency and can blur sharp edges.

Why will my QR code not scan?

The usual causes are low contrast between the two colors, a light code on a dark background, a code that is too small, a logo that is too large, a missing empty border around the code, a fancy shape that your phone reads badly, or too much text packed into it. Fix those and test again. The preview warns you about the common ones.

Can I add a logo to my QR code?

Yes. Open Logo and upload an image, or pick one of the built-in icons. The tool switches to the highest error correction, which lets a scanner rebuild the small area the logo covers. Keep the logo small and test the code with your phone before you print it.

Sources

Sources and further reading

The facts on this page come from the people who make the standards and the phones. Read them for the full detail.

About this tool

Made and checked by the FileXL Team

This QR code generator is built and maintained by the , the people behind the FileXL file sharing service. We test the codes by scanning them back with independent decoders, and we review this page and update it when phones or standards change. Last reviewed 13 November 2026. Read more on the author and contact page.

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