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NFC Technology Guide

NFC Business Cards
Share Contacts with a Tap

Your phone already has NFC built in. With NexaLink, you tap phones together and your digital card opens in their browser. No physical NFC card required.

What is NFC and How Does It Work?

NFC (Near Field Communication) is a wireless technology that allows two devices to communicate when they're within a few centimeters of each other. When you tap your phone near another NFC-enabled device, data is instantly transferred.

Range: 4-10 centimeters (requires close proximity)
Speed: Instant data transfer (less than 1 second)
Compatibility: Most smartphones since 2015 support NFC

Pro Tip

Your smartphone already has NFC built-in! With NexaLink, you can share your digital business card by tapping phones together - no physical card needed.

NexaLink NFC Sharing

Enabled on all Pro plans

NFC Sharing in 3 Steps

Your phone already has the hardware. NexaLink provides the software.

1

Create Your Digital Card

Download NexaLink and build your card with your contact details, social links, and a template you like.

2

Enable NFC Sharing (Pro)

Upgrade to Pro to unlock NFC tap-to-share. Your phone's built-in NFC does the rest — no extra hardware needed.

3

Tap Phones to Share

Hold your phone near theirs. Your digital card opens instantly in their browser. They save your contact in one tap.

Physical NFC Cards vs. Phone-Based NFC Sharing

Physical cards cost $15–50 each and can't be updated. Your phone does it better for free.

FeaturePhysical NFC CardNexaLink Digital Card
Always Up-to-DateNeed to reorder when info changesUpdate instantly, anytime
Cost$15-50 per cardFree (or $4.99/mo for Pro)
AnalyticsNo trackingSee who viewed your card
Sharing MethodsNFC tap onlyNFC, QR, link, Wallet, text
Environmental ImpactPlastic/metal waste100% paperless
Multiple Cards$15-50 eachUnlimited with Pro

NFC vs QR Code vs Link: Which Should You Use?

Each sharing method has strengths. NexaLink gives you all three so you can pick what fits the moment.

CriteriaNFC TapQR CodeDirect Link
SpeedInstant (tap)2-3 seconds (scan)Depends (text/email)
Recipient needs app?NoNoNo
Works offline?YesYes (opens saved URL)No
Physical contact needed?Yes (close range)No (visual range)No
Works with all phones?Most since 2015All smartphonesAll devices
Best for1-on-1 meetingsEvents & presentationsEmail & social media
Available on NexaLink?Pro planAll plans (free)All plans (free)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NFC and how does it work for business cards?

NFC (Near Field Communication) lets two devices exchange data when held a few centimeters apart. With NexaLink, you tap your phone near someone else's, and your digital card opens in their browser instantly. No app install, no pairing — just tap and share.

Do I need a physical NFC card or tag?

No. Your smartphone already has NFC built in. NexaLink uses your phone's NFC hardware directly, so there's nothing extra to buy. Your card stays up-to-date automatically, unlike a physical card that's frozen the moment it's printed.

Which phones support NFC sharing?

Most smartphones released since 2015 have NFC, including all iPhones from iPhone 7 onward and nearly all mid-range and flagship Android devices. If your phone supports contactless payments, it supports NFC sharing with NexaLink.

What's better: QR codes or NFC for sharing contacts?

NFC is faster — a single tap transfers your card. QR codes work at a distance and don't require physical proximity. NexaLink gives you both (plus direct links), so you pick whichever fits the situation.

Is NFC sharing included in the free plan?

NFC tap-to-share is a Pro feature ($4.99/month). The free plan includes QR code sharing and direct links, which work on every device. Upgrade to Pro to unlock NFC alongside analytics and unlimited cards.

Skip the $50 NFC Card. Use Your Phone.

Create a free digital card, upgrade to Pro for NFC tap-to-share, and exchange contacts at your next meeting. Your phone is the only hardware you need.

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