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Business card QR

QR code for
business cards

Add a QR code that instantly shares your contact info, LinkedIn, portfolio, or booking link. Free print-ready SVG download. Dynamic codes update after printing.

Create business card QR Full guide

Free · SVG download for print · Dynamic codes available

Destination options

What should your QR code link to?

Choose the destination that creates the most value for the people you hand cards to.

Most common
👤

vCard — save contact directly

Encodes your name, phone, email, company, and website. When scanned, the phone immediately offers to save you as a contact. Zero friction, zero typing.

Sales professionalsNetworking eventsCorporate rolesService businesses
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LinkedIn profile

Links directly to your LinkedIn page. Recipient can connect, see your history, and message you from there. Best for B2B and corporate contexts.

ExecutivesRecruitersConsultantsB2B sales
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🌐

Portfolio or website

Links to your work samples, case studies, or personal site. Best when the work speaks louder than credentials.

DesignersPhotographersDevelopersArchitects
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📅

Booking / calendar link

Links to Calendly or Cal.com. Recipient books a meeting immediately — cuts out the back-and-forth.

ConsultantsCoachesAdvisorsService providers
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How it works

Add a QR code to your business card in 5 steps

1

Choose your destination

Decide what to link to: vCard for contacts, URL for LinkedIn or portfolio, or a booking link.

2

Enter your content

For vCard, fill in name, phone, email, and company. For URL, paste your link.

3

Match your brand

Use your brand's primary color for the dots. Add your logo to the centre. Keep background light for maximum contrast.

4

Download as SVG

Choose SVG for print-ready vector output. Import directly into your card design in Illustrator, Figma, or Canva.

5

Test before printing

Print a single test card and scan it at arm's length with your phone. Verify it goes to the right destination.

Print specs

Business card QR code specifications

Minimum size
1.5 cm × 1.5 cm
Only if space is extremely limited. Test scan thoroughly.
Recommended size
2 cm × 2 cm
Comfortable scanning at standard card-holding distance.
File format for print
SVG
Vector — scales to any DPI without pixelation.
Minimum contrast ratio
3:1 (aim for 4.5:1)
Dark modules on light background. QR Maker validates live.
Quiet zone
4 modules on all sides
Keep other design elements clear of this margin.
Error correction
H (High) with logo
Required when adding a logo to the centre.
FAQ

Business card QR code questions

What should a business card QR code link to?▾
It depends on your goal. A vCard code is the most universally useful — it saves your contact directly to the scanner's phone. A LinkedIn URL works well for B2B contexts. A portfolio link is best for creative professionals. Use a dynamic QR code to change the destination later if your priorities evolve.
How small can a QR code be on a business card?▾
The practical minimum is 1.5cm × 1.5cm, but this leaves little margin for error. At that size, use the simplest dot style (square or rounded) and maximum error correction. We recommend 2cm × 2cm for comfortable scanning at arm's length without having to hold the phone very close.
What download format should I use for my designer or printer?▾
Always SVG. SVG is a vector format — it contains no fixed pixel dimensions and scales to any print DPI without becoming blurry or pixelated. Import the SVG directly into Illustrator, InDesign, Figma, Canva, or Affinity Designer.
Can I update the QR code after printing my business cards?▾
Yes — if you used a dynamic QR code. Create a free QR Maker account, enable dynamic mode when creating the code, and you can update the destination URL at any time without reprinting. The printed code stays exactly the same.
Should I add a frame or label to the QR code on my business card?▾
A short label like "Scan for contact" or "Scan my portfolio" directly below the code helps recipients understand what they'll get. A full frame is less common on business cards due to space constraints, but a subtle text label is worthwhile.
Can I add my logo inside the QR code on a business card?▾
Yes. Upload your logo in QR Maker and it will appear in the centre of the code. When using a logo, set error correction to H (High) and keep the logo under 30% of the code area. Test scan after adding the logo to verify reliability.

Related

→ vCard QR code generator→ Business card guide→ Dynamic QR codes→ Best QR code size for printing