How much does a digital business card cost?

You can create a digital business card for free with Lynkle's free forever plan. Enjoy unlimited fields, basic branding options, a QR code, integration with Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, and more. Upgrade to Lynkle Pro or Lynkle Teams to create additional cards, unlock advanced branding controls, collect leads, share cards privately, access in-depth analytics, receive top-tier customer support, and more.

What are the benefits of a digital business card?

A digital business card is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional paper cards, helping reduce waste by eliminating the need for printing. It can be shared instantly in person via QR code or NFC, or sent virtually through email, text, or social media, ensuring your details are always accessible and up to date. Digital cards also offer powerful features like engagement analytics and built-in lead collection tools to capture contact information directly.

How do I share a digital business card?

You can share your digital business card in person via a QR Code (which you can add to your Apple Wallet or Google Wallet, or by tapping your new contact's phone on your Lynkle NFC tag). Online sharing is possible via text, email, WhatsApp, or any digital channel.

Do I need to download an app to share a digital business card?

You don't need to download an app to share your digital business card. When you send your Lynkle card to someone, it will open in their web browser where they can easily save your contact details and share theirs back with you.

How do I create an NFC business card?

You can create an NFC business card for free with Lynkle. Our step-by-step DIY guide walks you through the process. Lynkle is 100% digital and doesn't sell physical NFC tags, but you can purchase these inexpensively from marketplaces. Once you've linked your Lynkle card to your NFC tag, simply tap your card to share your details instantly. We are also working to make NFC sharing easier on both iPhone and Android devices.

Can I add my digital business card to my email signature?

Yes. With a Lynkle Pro or Teams subscription, you can turn your digital business card into a fully branded email signature. This lets you share your contact details, links, and branding in every email you send.

How do I create digital business cards for my team?

With Lynkle Teams, you can easily create digital business cards for your entire team. You can design card templates to keep branding consistent across your organization. Lynkle Teams also includes centralized contact management, simplified billing, and user management—making it easy to update details, track usage, and keep everything organized.

Can I keep my contact information private?

Yes. With a Lynkle Pro or Teams subscription, you can enable private card sharing. Each time you share your card, it’s sent using an expiring link that automatically refreshes, ensuring only the intended recipient can view your contact details.

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What is a digital business card? (2025 guide with real examples)

Q: What is a digital business card?

A digital business card, also known as a virtual, electronic, or smart business card is a modern, interactive contact profile you can share instantly via tap, scan, or click. It lives on your phone and can include rich media like your headshot, company logo, social links, and more.

Marcus Homaei

02 Aug 2025 — 4 min read

What is a digital business card?

A digital business card (also called an NFC business card, electronic business card, virtual card, or tap card) is a modern way to share your contact details without paper.

Instead of handing over a physical card, you can:

Tap your NFC-enabled card or phone
Share a unique QR code
Send a custom link via email, text, or social media

When someone receives your digital card, they can instantly save your details to their phone, and share their details back with you.

📊 Stat: Over 7 billion physical business cards are printed annually and most are discarded within a week.

How Do Digital Business Cards Work?

There are three main ways digital cards are shared:

1. NFC tap

Works like Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Tap your NFC business card or phone against another device.
Instantly opens your digital business card with your contact details, links, and branding.

2. QR code

Every digital card has a unique QR code.
Someone scans it with their phone camera to open your profile.
Perfect for business cards, brochures, presentations, or even your Zoom background.

3. Custom link

Share your digital card by copying and pasting a link.
Add it to your email signature, LinkedIn bio, or website.
Works anywhere you can share a link online.

📊 Stat: Studies show more than 65% of professionals under 40 now prefer exchanging contact info digitally.

Why choose a digital business card in 2025?

Traditional business cards are static, expensive to reprint, and often forgotten. Digital cards are:

Updatable – change your phone, job, or title without reprinting.
Eco-friendly – save trees and reduce waste.
Always available – stored on your phone, never left at home.
Interactive – add links to social profiles, videos, calendars, or websites.
Trackable – with Lynkle Pro, see when and how people interact with your card.

📊 Stat: The global digital business card market is expected to grow by more than 11% annually through 2030 as more professionals switch from paper to digital.

Use cases: who benefits most?

For sales professionals

Never miss a follow-up. Share your card instantly after calls, demos, or trade shows. Add a link to your booking calendar to close deals faster.

For realtors

Turn every property showing or open house into a networking opportunity. Add property listings, virtual tours, and mortgage calculators directly on your card.

For recruiters

Stand out at job fairs and interviews. Share your card with QR codes on booth signage or email signatures, making it easy for candidates to connect.

For educators

Share contact info with students, parents, or conference attendees. Include links to syllabi, Zoom rooms, or educational resources.

Digital vs Paper Business Cards: A Quick Comparison

Feature	Digital Business Card	Physical Business Card
Cost	One-time setup, infinite uses	Printing fees, reorders
Update Speed	Instant live edits	Requires full reprint
Shareability	QR, NFC, links, email	Hand-to-hand only
Content	Multimedia, live links	Static info only
Analytics	Full tracking	None
Sustainability	Fully digital, no waste	Paper, often discarded

Why Lynkle leads the pack

Lynkle makes it easy to create a beautifully designed digital business card in minutes, complete with your own personalized handle. No app downloads required.

Unlike other platforms that rely on expensive plastic cards, Lynkle is 100% digital and free to share across any channel. You'll also get exclusive features like private card sharing, letting individuals and teams control their brand and protect their privacy. Want NFC? We even have DIY guide to create a free NFC business card.

Create your free Lynkle card today and see why sales pros, recruiters, and realtors trust Lynkle to make better connections.

Final thoughts

Digital business cards are a logical evolution of professional networking. They are more eco-friendly than paper, more impactful because they provide analytics and lead collection, and more flexible as they can be shared anywhere digitally and in person.

Now that you know what digital business cards are, the next step is choosing the right one. Explore our breakdown of the best digital business cards in 2025.