FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about businesscardX, NFC cards, subscriptions, and more.

Product

An NFC (Near Field Communication) business card is a physical card with an embedded chip. When someone taps it to their smartphone, your digital profile opens instantly in their browser — no app needed. businesscardX cards are premium matte black with your name in gold or silver foil, and each card contains both an NFC chip and a QR code for maximum compatibility.

No. With businesscardX, recipients do not need to download an app to receive your contact information. When you share your card through a QR code, NFC tap, or link, their phone opens a web page in their browser where they can view your information and save your contact details instantly. All modern smartphones support this without installing any additional software.

Yes. Your businesscardX card works with all modern smartphones, including iPhone and Android devices. There are multiple ways to share your card: NFC tap, QR code scan, direct link, or text and email sharing. Even if someone's phone doesn't support NFC, your card can still be accessed via QR code or link — so it works with everyone you meet.

You can share your businesscardX card instantly using multiple methods:

  • NFC tap — simply tap your card to someone's smartphone
  • QR code — scan to open your profile
  • Direct link — send your card by email, text, or messaging apps
  • Email signature — include your card in every email you send
  • Apple Wallet & Google Wallet — save your card for instant access anytime

This flexibility allows you to exchange contact details in seconds and makes networking faster than traditional paper cards.

Yes. You can update your businesscardX profile at any time — changes appear instantly for anyone who visits your card. If your phone number, job title, or company changes, simply edit your profile and the updated information goes live immediately. Unlike printed cards, you never have to reprint or redistribute new cards when your information changes.

Yes. Your digital profile is accessible via a unique link and QR code that you can share by text, email, or messaging apps. You can also save your card to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet for instant access from your phone — no physical card needed. The NFC card is an additional way to share, but your profile works independently of it.

Your digital profile stays active — it's not tied to a single physical card. You can order a replacement card through the app for $40 CAD (plus shipping). Your profile, contacts, and analytics are all safe in your account.

businesscardX combines a premium physical NFC card with a powerful digital profile — giving you the best of both worlds.

  • Instant sharing via NFC tap, QR code, or link
  • Real-time updates — change your info anytime, no reprinting
  • Built-in analytics — see who viewed your card and what they clicked
  • Contact capture — collect leads directly from your card
  • Eco-friendly — one card replaces thousands of paper cards over your career

Unlike paper cards, your businesscardX card never goes out of date.

Features

Yes. businesscardX includes a built-in two-way contact sharing feature. When someone views your profile, they can share their own name, email, phone, and company back to you. Their details are saved directly to your businesscardX CRM, so you never lose a connection.

Yes. businesscardX includes built-in analytics that show you exactly how people interact with your card. Your dashboard tracks:

  • Profile views (with city and country)
  • Link clicks (phone, email, social media, website)
  • Contact saves
  • Two-way shares received

These insights help you understand which networking efforts are working best and who your warmest leads are.

Your businesscardX profile can include far more than a traditional paper card. You can add:

  • Name, job title, and company
  • Phone numbers and email addresses
  • Physical addresses (with a map)
  • Website URLs
  • Social media links (LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, WhatsApp, Bluesky, Signal)
  • Bio and description
  • Photos and videos

Because your profile isn't limited by physical space, you can include everything someone needs to connect with you.

Yes. Every businesscardX profile is customizable. You can add:

  • Your photo
  • Company logo (ELITE plan)
  • Brand color for your profile accent
  • Social media links (LinkedIn, Instagram, X, TikTok, and more)
  • Videos and media
  • Bio and description

Custom branding helps your card stand out and reinforces your professional identity.

Yes. businesscardX integrates with popular CRM and automation tools. Current integrations include:

  • HubSpot — sync your businesscardX contacts directly to your HubSpot portal
  • Zapier — connect to 5,000+ apps including Salesforce, Google Contacts, and more

These integrations automatically store contacts you collect from networking events or meetings, making follow-ups easier and more organized.

Yes. businesscardX supports multiple profiles on a single account. You can switch between profiles and maintain separate cards for different businesses, roles, or audiences. Each profile gets its own unique link and QR code, so you can tailor what you share depending on the situation.

Yes. businesscardX ELITE is designed for teams. As an admin, you can manage every team member's card from a single dashboard. ELITE features include:

  • Centralized card management — create, edit, and deactivate cards for your team
  • Custom company branding — your logo, brand color, and consistent design across all cards
  • Team analytics — see engagement across your entire organization

This ensures that every employee shares accurate contact information and consistent company branding.

Yes. businesscardX supports both English and French. Your entire profile and app interface can be switched to French at any time. This makes it ideal for professionals across Canada.

Pricing & Shipping

businesscardX starts at $12/month for individuals (PRO plan) and $10/user/month for teams (ELITE plan). Both plans include a premium NFC business card (matte black with gold or silver foil), a fully customizable digital profile, built-in CRM and analytics, and AI-powered features. We also offer a 30-day free trial so you can try everything before committing. Visit our pricing page for full details.

PRO is for individuals — it includes 1 NFC card, a digital profile, CRM, analytics, AI features, and all premium tools. ELITE is for teams of 2+ — it includes everything in PRO plus an admin dashboard, custom company branding (logo + brand color on every card), team analytics, and centralized card management. PRO starts at $12/month and ELITE starts at $10/user/month.

Yes! Every new subscription comes with a 30-day free trial. Your NFC card is printed and shipped during the trial so you can start using it right away. If you cancel before the trial ends, you won't be charged (shipping fee is non-refundable).

Standard shipping is $15 CAD and typically arrives within 2–5 business days across Canada. Express shipping is available for $25 CAD. Orders over $100 CAD ship free. Your card is custom printed after you complete onboarding.

Security & Privacy

Yes. Security is a core priority at businesscardX.

  • All connections are encrypted with HTTPS/TLS
  • Your account is protected with Firebase Authentication
  • Session cookies are HTTP-only and secure
  • Payment processing is handled by Shopify Payments (PCI DSS compliant) — we never store your card details
  • ELITE admins have full access controls to manage team members

For full details, see our Privacy Policy.

Getting Started

Getting started takes just a few minutes:

  1. Choose your plan on our pricing page — PRO for individuals or ELITE for teams
  2. Complete the onboarding wizard — add your name, photo, contact details, and social links
  3. Your NFC card ships to you — custom printed with your name in gold or silver foil
  4. Start sharing instantly — your digital profile is live as soon as you finish setup

Try it free for 30 days — no commitment required.

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