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VKARD Widget (iOS & Android)


The VKARD widget allows you to share your VKARD profile directly from your phone’s home screen. Here's how to install the application, set up the widget, and use it to share your contact information.


⚠️ Important: To install and use the VKARD widget, users must have access to the Dashboard. To learn more about user permissions and invitations, click here.



✅ Prerequisite: Install the VKARD App


Download from the App Store or Google Play Store



On iPhone (iOS)


  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone.
  2. Search for "VKARD".
  3. Download and install the application.


🔄 Minimum required version: iOS 17


Before installing the app, make sure your iPhone is updated to iOS 17 or later by going to:


Settings > General > Software Update


On Android


  1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android smartphone.
  2. Search for "VKARD".
  3. Download and install the application.


🔄 Make sure your device is running a version of Android that is compatible with the latest VKARD app release.



🧩 Add the VKARD Widget to Your Home Screen


Adding the Widget



On iPhone (iOS)


  1. Press and hold an empty area of your home screen until the icons start to jiggle.
  2. Tap the "+" button in the top-left corner.
  3. Search for "VKARD".
  4. Select VKARD from the list of available widgets.


On Android


  1. Press and hold an empty area of your home screen.
  2. Select "Widgets".
  3. Find VKARD in the list of available widgets.
  4. Choose your preferred widget size.
  5. Drag and drop the widget onto your home screen.


Choosing a Widget Layout


On iPhone, two widget formats are available:


  • Square format: Displays only the QR Code.
  • Rectangular format: Displays your company logo, first name, and last name.


Once you have selected your preferred format, tap "Add Widget".



👤 The Wrong Profile Is Displayed by Default?


If you manage multiple profiles, especially as an administrator, the widget may not automatically display your own profile.


On iPhone


  • Press and hold the widget for 2 seconds.
  • Select "Edit Widget".
  • Choose the desired profile.


On Android


  • Press and hold the widget.
  • Open the widget settings or configuration options.
  • Select the profile you want to display.




🔗 How to Share Your Information Using the Widget


Once your widget is configured, you can share your contact details in two different ways:


📸 Using the QR Code


The widget automatically displays the QR Code of your VKARD profile.


  • Ask your contact to scan the QR Code using their smartphone.
  • They will instantly access your personalized VKARD profile.


💬 Via SMS, WhatsApp, Email, and More


You can also share your profile through your preferred messaging applications:


  1. Tap the widget.
  2. Your profile opens in the VKARD app.
  3. Tap the "Share" button on your profile.
  4. Choose your preferred sharing method: SMS, WhatsApp, Email, etc.



📤 Other Ways to Share Your Digital VKARD


Option 1: Apple Wallet or Google Wallet


You can add your VKARD card to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet on both iPhone and Android devices.


Learn how to add your VKARD to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet by clicking here.


Option 2: Widget


The VKARD widget is available on both iOS and Android. Please note that it requires a Dashboard account and the VKARD application to be installed.


Learn how to use the VKARD widget by clicking here.



📊 Comparison of the Different Sharing Methods


To discover the advantages and limitations of each sharing method, click here.

Updated on: 22/06/2026