Business Card QR Codes

Create a QR Code for Your Business Card

Link your business card to your website, LinkedIn, vCard, or portfolio. One scan — they have your info. Dynamic QR codes let you change the destination after printing.

Free forever
SVG for print
Update link after printing

Business Card QR Code Generator

Enter the URL you want your business card QR code to link to.

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How to create a QR code for a business card

Under 60 seconds. No account needed for free static codes.

1

Enter your link

Paste your website URL, LinkedIn profile, vCard download link, or portfolio. Any URL works.

2

Customize your QR code

Pick colors that match your brand. Dark foreground on light background for best scan reliability. OneQR exports SVG — stays sharp at any print size.

3

Download & print

Download PNG or SVG. Send the file to your printer with your card design. Minimum 0.8" × 0.8" for reliable scanning.

Best QR code size for business cards

Minimum: 0.8" × 0.8" (20mm × 20mm). Below this, phone cameras struggle to focus at arm's length.

Recommended: 1" × 1" (25mm × 25mm). Comfortable scan distance, leaves room for your name, title, and contact info.

Quiet zone: Leave at least 2mm of white space around the QR code. Without this margin, scanners may fail to detect the code boundaries.

Format: Use SVG for print — it's vector-based and stays razor-sharp at any size. OneQR exports both SVG and PNG.

What to link your business card QR code to

The best destination depends on your role and what action you want contacts to take.

Website or portfolio

The most common choice. Link to your homepage, portfolio, or a custom landing page with all your info. Easy to track visits with UTM parameters.

vCard (digital contact card)

Scans open the phone's "Add Contact" screen with your name, phone, email, and company pre-filled. The most friction-free way to exchange info.

LinkedIn profile

Perfect for networking events and B2B cards. One scan opens your LinkedIn profile — they connect without typing your name into search.

Instagram or social media

Link to your Instagram, TikTok, or a Linktree-style page. Great for creatives, freelancers, and personal brands where social proof matters.

Digital vs printed business card QR codes

Printed cards

  • + Tangible — people keep physical cards
  • + Works without internet (static QR)
  • - Reprinting cost if info changes

Use Pro dynamic codes to update the link without reprinting.

Digital cards + QR code

  • + Share via phone screen, email signature, or Zoom background
  • + Update instantly — no reprint
  • + Track scans with Pro analytics

Best for: networking events, conferences, remote-first teams.

Free vs. Pro — which QR code for your card?

Static — Free

  • + Free forever, no account
  • + URL encoded directly — no server dependency
  • - Can't change the link after printing

Best for: stable URLs you won't change (LinkedIn, main website).

Pro — $9.99 once

  • + Change destination anytime
  • + Scan analytics — see who scans, when, where
  • + One-time payment, no subscription

Best for: business cards you print in bulk — update without reprinting 500 cards.

Business card QR code FAQ

How do I create a QR code for my business card?

Enter the URL you want to link (website, LinkedIn, vCard) into the generator above, customize colors to match your brand, and download the QR code as SVG or PNG. Place it on your business card design — minimum 0.8" × 0.8" for reliable scanning. No account needed for static codes.

What size should a QR code be on a business card?

At least 0.8 inches (20mm) square. Larger is better — 1 inch is ideal. The QR code needs enough resolution for phone cameras to read it from a few inches away. OneQR exports SVG which stays perfectly sharp at any print size. Always test-scan before sending to the printer.

Can I change where the QR code links after printing?

Not with a free static QR code — the URL is encoded directly in the image. With a OneQR Pro dynamic QR code ($9.99 once), you can update the destination URL anytime from your dashboard. The printed code stays the same, but scans redirect to your new link. Perfect for updating portfolios or seasonal promotions.

Should I use a URL or vCard QR code on my business card?

It depends on your goal. A URL QR code links to a website, portfolio, or LinkedIn — great for showcasing your work. A vCard QR code opens the phone's contact app with your info pre-filled — great for quick contact exchange. Most professionals use a URL because it's more flexible and can be updated (with Pro).

What's the difference between static and dynamic QR codes for business cards?

Static QR codes encode the URL directly in the image — free, work offline, but can't be changed after printing. Dynamic QR codes route through OneQR's servers, so you can change the destination URL, track scan analytics, and A/B test landing pages. For business cards (which you print in bulk), dynamic is worth the $9.99 so you can update without reprinting.

Will the QR code work if my business card is dark-colored?

QR codes need contrast to scan. The standard is dark modules on a light background. If your card is dark, place the QR code inside a white or light-colored square with at least 2mm padding (quiet zone). OneQR lets you customize foreground and background colors — always keep high contrast between them.

Your next connection is one scan away.

Generate a free QR code for your business card. Link to your website, LinkedIn, or vCard. Dynamic codes let you update the link after printing — $9.99 once.

Create Your Business Card QR Code — Free