A digital business card is an online version of a traditional business card. It contains your contact details, social media links, and more, all in one place.
You can create one easily through platforms like Lynkle, customize it, and share it via a link or QR code.
Unlike physical cards, they update automatically and don't require printing. They're eco-friendly, convenient, interactive, and can even help instantly collect leads by exchanging information with new contacts. See one in action here.
How do digital business cards work?
Creation and customization
The first step is to use a service such as Lynkle to create a free digital business card and store information such as name, phone number, email address, job title, company name, and social media profiles.
Sharing
In-person sharing
Once your card is ready, you can add the QR code to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet. The recipient can scan and save your information to their contacts without a physical card.
Virtual sharing
Digital business cards can also be shared virtually via a URL link, email, SMS, or WhatsApp. Given their virtual nature, there are also many creative ways to share them, such as embedding them in your email signature.
What are the key benefits of digital business cards?
Environmentally friendly
Using a digital business card instead of a physical one reduces paper waste.
Convenient
They are easy to share and store; no need to carry physical cards.
Interactive
They include links to websites, social media profiles, and more. Their digital nature means that your information updates in real-time, and there's no need to reprint cards.
Lead collection
Some services offer lead collection, which is one key advantage of using a digital business card instead of a physical one. How does it work? When you share your digital business card with your network, they can also share their details back, unlocking even more networking opportunities.
Brand consistency
Going digital makes it easy to reuse brand assets like logos and colors. Some services even auto-generate on-brand email signatures with a link to a digital business card.
Should you get a digital business card?
Imagine you're at a networking event, and you meet a potential client. Instead of handing out a physical business card, you share your digital business card by having them scan a QR code on your phone or by sending them a link via email or text. They can instantly save you as a contact on their device and share their details back with you. If you update your contact information later, they will always have the most current details without needing to receive a new card.
