MeCard QR Code Generator
Create a compact contact-sharing QR code using the MeCard format. Ideal for simple contact information with excellent Android support.
QR Code Preview
Fill in the form and
click Generate QR Code
What is a MeCard QR Code?
MeCard is a compact contact information format originally developed by NTT DoCoMo in Japan. It encodes contact details in a simpler, shorter format than vCard, which produces smaller and more easily scannable QR codes.
While vCard is more feature-rich, MeCard is an excellent choice when you need a simpler format with fewer fields. It has strong support on Android devices and many QR code scanning apps.
MeCard vs vCard
- Smaller data size — Produces simpler, more scannable QR codes
- Fewer fields — Name, phone, email, URL, address, and note
- Strong Android support — Natively recognized by most Android devices
- Simple format — Easy to encode and decode
How to Use
- Enter your full name (required)
- Add phone number, email, website, and address as needed
- Customize the QR code appearance
- Click "Generate QR Code"
- Download and use on your business card or website
- Test by scanning — your phone should offer to save the contact
Tips & Best Practices
- Use for simple contacts — When you only need basic fields, MeCard keeps the QR code simple
- Choose vCard for more details — If you need job title, company, multiple phones, use vCard instead
- Test on both platforms — While Android has strong support, iOS may vary by scanner app
- Keep the address brief — Use a single-line address for best compatibility