MeCard QR Code Generator

Generate a MeCard contact QR code — the compact format that produces smaller, denser-free QR codes than vCard. Works with every smartphone camera app on iOS and Android, no third-party scanner needed.

🔒 Private — runs in browserMeCard standard (DoCoMo)Works on all phones — no app✦ No watermark

What is a MeCard QR Code?

MeCard is a contact format developed by NTT DoCoMo (Japan's largest mobile carrier) that encodes personal contact details — name, phone, email, website, address, and note — into a compact single-line string prefixed with MECARD:. Because the format is more concise than vCard, the resulting QR code has fewer modules (the black and white squares) and can be scanned reliably at smaller print sizes.

Enter your name and contact fields

Name is the only required field. Add phone, email, URL, address, and note as needed. Empty fields are not encoded.

QR code generates live

The QR updates as you type. Use the "View raw MeCard string" toggle to see and verify the exact encoded data.

Download and place it

Download the PNG. Print it on a business card, badge, sticker, or insert in your email signature. Minimum recommended print size: 1.5×1.5 cm.

MeCard vs vCard — which should you use?

MeCard produces a smaller, less dense QR code — better for tight spaces like badges, small business cards, or stickers. vCard 3.0 supports more fields (job title, multiple phones, photo, categories) and imports more cleanly into Outlook and enterprise CRMs. For personal use and everyday sharing, MeCard is simpler and equally readable on all phones.

The "raw MeCard string" feature

Unlike most QR tools, this generator lets you view the exact string encoded inside the QR. A MeCard string looks like: MECARD:N:Doe,Jane;TEL:+919876543210;;This is useful for troubleshooting scan issues, sharing the contact via text or email, and understanding exactly what information the QR contains.

Where to use a MeCard QR code

Business cards — print on the back. Especially effective on small or mini cards where a full vCard QR would be too dense.
Event badges and name tags — attendees scan each other's badges to exchange contacts without typing.
Conference posters — place near your photo and name so attendees can save your contact from the poster.
Email signatures — insert a 100×100px PNG so mobile recipients can scan from their screen.
Product packaging — for freelancers or small businesses embedding contact info on packaging or labels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MeCard format?

MeCard is a contact data format developed by NTT DoCoMo in Japan. It encodes name, phone, email, address, URL, and note fields into a compact string prefixed with "MECARD:". It is widely supported by smartphone camera apps on iOS and Android and is designed to produce smaller, denser QR codes than vCard because it uses a more compact syntax.

What is the difference between MeCard and vCard QR codes?

Both encode contact information for scanning. MeCard produces a smaller QR code because its format is more compact — ideal when printing at small sizes (under 2 cm) or when scan reliability on cheap scanners matters. vCard 3.0 supports more fields (job title, photo reference, multiple phone numbers, categories) and is the standard for importing into contact management software like Outlook. For everyday business card and sticker use, MeCard is often the better choice. For enterprise contact management and CRM import, vCard is more compatible.

Do all phones support MeCard QR codes?

Yes. The built-in camera apps on iOS (iPhone, iOS 11+) and Android (stock camera, Samsung Camera, Google Lens) all recognise the MeCard format and offer to save the contact to the device's contacts app. No third-party QR scanner app is required.

How should I format the name field?

MeCard convention is "LAST,FIRST" — for example "Doe,Jane". Some scanners display the comma-separated name more cleanly when adding to contacts. However, entering just a full name like "Jane Doe" also works and will be recognised as the display name by most devices.

What is the "View raw MeCard string" button for?

The raw MeCard string is the exact text encoded in the QR code — for example: MECARD:N:Doe,Jane;TEL:+919876543210;EMAIL:jane@example.com;;. Viewing it lets you verify exactly what data is in the QR, copy it to share via text message (some apps can receive a MeCard string directly), or troubleshoot scan issues on a specific device.

Can I use MeCard on a sticker or a small badge?

Yes — this is one of MeCard's main advantages. Because MeCard produces a smaller QR code payload, the QR is less dense and remains scannable at smaller print sizes. A MeCard QR can typically be printed reliably down to about 1.5×1.5 cm. A vCard QR with the same fields requires a slightly larger print area for the same scan reliability.

Does the MeCard QR code expire?

No. MeCard (like vCard) encodes data statically into the QR. There is no expiry, no server dependency, no URL to go offline. The QR works as long as it is physically intact and scannable.

Can I include multiple phone numbers in a MeCard?

The MeCard standard supports repeating TEL fields for multiple numbers (e.g. TEL:+91...; TEL:+1...;). The current tool includes one phone field for simplicity and scan reliability. For multiple phones, you can view the raw MeCard string, copy it, edit it manually, and then paste it into the main QR Code Generator as a "Text" QR.

Where should I use a MeCard QR code?

MeCard QR codes work well on business cards (especially small or rounded-corner designs), event badges and name tags, product packaging with a small surface area, email signature images, and conference posters where space is limited. For large-format print where QR size is not a constraint, both MeCard and vCard work equally well.