How does the VKARD work ?

Your VKARD card allows you to instantly share your contact details using NFC technology or via its built-in QR Code.

ll VKARD products (Custom, Light, Nano, Keychain, and Desk) are equipped with an NFC chip and a QR code.

Below is a complete guide to help you use your card effectively with all types of smartphones.

🛠️ Using NFC

NFC technology allows your contact to automatically access your VKARD profile simply by bringing your card close to their smartphone.

🔩 Special case: VKARD Metal Cards

👉 You must therefore always tap the QR Code side of the card against the phone.

🍎 NFC on iPhone (Apple)

For the NFC tap to work properly:

• Hold the card against the iPhone for half a second.
• On iPhone 13 and later, tapping can also be done near the speaker (screen side).

NFC sensor location by model

• iPhone XS, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15: hold the card near the top of the iPhone, close to the rear camera.
• iPhone 7, 8, and X:

🔸 NFC is not always active.

🤖 NFC on Android (Samsung, Google, Xiaomi, etc.)

On Android:

• Hold the card against the center of the back of the phone, where the NFC sensor is usually located.
• NFC may be disabled in the settings.

Check NFC activation

Go to:

Settings → Connections → NFC and payment

Enable the option if it is turned off.

📷 Using the QR Code on your VKARD

All VKARD cards feature a unique QR Code that provides instant access to your profile.

How to scan the QR Code

Your contact can:

1. Scan the QR Code located on the back of the card.
2. A notification appears immediately.
3. Tapping it opens your VKARD profile automatically.

💡 Tips for successful NFC sharing

Here are best practices to quickly share your contact details:

🪪 What does your VKARD profile look like?

Your VKARD profile is fully customizable:

• Profile photo
• Company logo
• Phone numbers
• Email addresses
• Social media links
• Custom links (portfolio, calendar, website…)

📱 Save a contact profile on iPhone (iOS)

On iPhone, saving a VKARD contact is quick and seamless:

1. Click the “Contact card” button

This button is visible directly on your VKARD profile.

2. Scroll down to the bottom of the contact card

The card opens automatically. Scroll down to see the management options.

3. Tap “New Contact”

Select this option to start creating a new contact.

4. Tap “OK”

Once the information is complete, tap “OK” in the top-right corner to save.

✅ The contact is now saved in your address book.

⚡ Save even more time with QuickView

This feature allows your contacts to save your details even faster on an iPhone.

👉 Learn how to use QuickView here: Access QuickView

🤖 Save a contact profile on Android

On Android, only a few taps are required to add a VKARD contact:

1. Click the “Contact card” button

This automatically triggers the download of the contact file (.vcf).

2. Open the downloaded file

Once the download is complete, tap “Open” from the notification or your files.

3. Tap “Save”

The contact opens with all details pre-filled. Simply tap “Save.”

✅ The contact is now available in your phone’s Contacts app.

🔁 How do you collect your prospects’ contact details?

Your VKARD profile includes an “Exchange” button that allows your prospect to share their information with you.

How it works:

1. The prospect clicks Exchange
2. They complete a short form
3. You immediately receive an email containing their contact card
4. Their data is automatically added to the Prospects tab in your Dashboard

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Updated on: 13/02/2026