How To Create Digital Business Card QR Code

How To Create Digital Business Card QR Code?

If you want people to save your contact details instantly by scanning a QR code, this guide is for you.

Maybe you are:

  • Printing QR on visiting cards
  • Sharing contact at networking events
  • Adding QR to email signature
  • Using it at exhibitions or trade shows
  • Wanting paperless contact sharing
  • Tracking profile views

This step-by-step guide will help you create your Digital Business Card QR Code without confusion.

Before You Create the QR Code

Before starting, make sure:

  • Your phone number is correct (with country code)
  • Your email address is active
  • Your social links are correct
  • Your website URL works properly

👉 Important:Wrong contact details = Lost opportunities.

Step 1: Login & Start (Decide Phase)

Login to your QRTRAC dashboard

Click Create QR Code

Select Digital Business Card

Click Next

Digital Business Card QR Type Selected

Step 2: Configure Your Digital Business Card

Now you are inside the Configure section.

Here you will fill all your profile details.

A) Your Information

Fill in:

  • First Name
  • Last Name
  • Upload Profile Image
Your Information Section

B) Contact Information

Under Contact Information section, add:

  • 📞 Phone
  • 📧 Email
  • 🌐 Website
  • 📍 Address
  • 📝 Note (Short professional bio)

👉 Keep your note short and professional.

Contact Information Fields

C) Social Media Links (Optional)

You can add multiple social profiles such as:

  • Calendly
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Snapchat
  • WhatsApp
  • WeChat
  • Zoom
  • Slack
  • Dribbble
  • Vimeo
  • Tumblr
  • Wistia
  • Foursquare
  • Mix
  • Flickr
  • Patreon
  • Reddit
  • GitHub
  • RSS
  • PayPal
  • Custom Link
  • TikTok
  • Line
  • Telegram

👉 Add only relevant platforms to keep your card clean.

Social Links Section

D) Theme Configuration

Under Theme Configuration, you can customize:

  • Choose Color
  • Pick your own color
  • Pick a custom color
  • Enable Gradient effect for background
  • Add Wallpaper

You also have the option to:

  • Hide “Save Contact” button

If “Hide Save Contact” is enabled, users cannot directly save your contact to their phone.

Theme Configuration Section

E) Templates

Choose a template layout for your digital card:

  • Profile image layout
  • Card style design
  • Minimal or detailed format
Template Selection Section

F) Summary Section (Inside Configure)

As you scroll down, you will see a Summary section.

Here you can review:

  • Pronoun
  • Company
  • Designation
  • Short bio
  • Company logo

This helps you verify everything before moving to Design.

Summary Section Screenshot

Step 3: Design Your QR Code (Design Phase)

Click Next to move to the Design section.

Here you can:

  • Change QR color
  • Add logo in center
  • Modify QR pattern
  • Change eye style
  • Adjust background
QR Design Screen

👉 Keep high contrast for better scanning.

Important Question Users Have

“If I update my phone number later, do I need to reprint the QR?”

No.

If you are using Dynamic QR, you can update your contact details anytime from dashboard without reprinting.

You can also manage additional tracking and configuration options inside your QR settings panel.

(Advanced configuration options are explained here:)🔗 [LINK: QRTRAC QR Settings Guide]

Step 4: Review & Download (Download Phase)

After designing:

Click Next

Preview your digital business card

Click Download QR

QR Download Screen

Download the format you need (PNG, SVG, etc.)

Best Practices Before You Print

Always test your Digital Business Card before printing it on physical materials to ensure a seamless experience for your connections.

  • Test the Scan: Use your phone's native camera to scan the code.
  • Verify Actions: Tap the "Save Contact", phone, and email buttons to confirm they open the correct apps.
  • Check Social Links: Ensure all social media links route to the correct profiles.

Popular Use Cases

Digital Business Cards are versatile and adapt to your networking context:

  • Printed Business Cards
  • Email Signatures
  • LinkedIn Profiles
  • Conference Badges
  • Trade Show Booths
  • Sales Presentations

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I update my details later?

Yes. Because this is a Dynamic QR Code, you can log into your QRTRAC dashboard and update your contact information at any time without needing to reprint the physical code.

Can I track how many people viewed my card?

Absolutely. The analytics dashboard provides real-time data on scan volume, unique visitors, and geographic locations.

Does it work offline?

No, an internet connection is required for the scanner to load your digital profile and download the contact file.

Common Mistakes

  • ❌ Forgetting the country code in your phone number.
  • ❌ Overcrowding the profile with broken or irrelevant social links.
  • ❌ Skipping the final testing phase before bulk printing.

Launch Checklist

  • Contact details verified
  • Brand theme selected
  • Code scanned successfully
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