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What is a digital business card?
A digital business card is an online version of a paper business card. Instead of printing and handing out cards, you share a single link or QR code that opens your contact details, booking link, and social profiles on any phone — with no app to download. Some digital business cards, like LeedECard, also capture the people who view your card as leads so you can follow up.
Last updated June 27, 2026
How does a digital business card work?
You create your card once in a web browser: add your name, photo, title, contact details, booking link, and social profiles. The platform gives you a personal URL (for example, leedecard.com/yourname) and a matching QR code.
To share it, you send the link or show the QR code. The other person scans it with their phone camera, opens your card as a normal web page, and can call, message, save your contact, or book — all without installing anything.
What can you put on a digital business card?
Typical fields include your name, job title, company, photo or logo, phone, email, website, booking link, and social profiles. Service professionals also add their services, prices, and a portfolio.
Because it’s a web page, a digital card can be updated any time. Change your phone number or booking link once and everyone who scans your QR code sees the new version — no reprinting.
Digital vs. paper business cards
Paper cards are cheap to start but static: once printed, they’re out of date the moment anything changes, and most are thrown away within a week. Digital cards are always current, can’t run out, and can track how many people viewed them.
The bigger difference is what happens after the hand-off. A paper card just sits in a wallet. A digital card with lead capture records who reached out so you can follow up — which is where most business is actually won or lost.
How much do digital business cards cost?
Many digital business cards have a free tier that covers the basics — a shareable card with a QR code. Paid plans typically add analytics, custom branding, lead capture, and team features.
LeedECard is free to build and share. Its Pro plan is $5/month (with a 14-day free trial) and adds lead capture, lead scoring, and AI-drafted follow-up emails for solo professionals.
FAQ
Are digital business cards free?
Many, including LeedECard, offer a free plan that lets you build and share a card with a QR code. Advanced features like analytics, lead capture, and AI follow-up are usually part of a paid plan.
Do digital business cards need an app?
No. You manage your card in a browser, and recipients open it as a web page. Neither side needs to install an app.
How do I share a digital business card?
Send your card’s link or show its QR code for someone to scan. You can also add the link to your email signature and social bios.
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