At networking events, people can run out of business cards or struggle to organize the cards they collect. Tap a phone to an NFC badge to open a profile page, where contact details and materials can be viewed and saved. People can share the information they need without exchanging paper cards.
How it works
A fingernail-sized NFC sticker inside the badge carries the attendee's profile link. When someone taps their phone, the profile page opens instantly — most smartphones released in recent years read NFC tags natively, no app required. Profiles can hold company decks, IR materials, and portfolio links.
Two formats: badge and booth stand
- Badge type — NFC embedded in attendee badges. Tap a phone to someone's badge to open their profile page. For events where attendee-to-attendee networking is the point.
- Booth acrylic type — NFC embedded in a curved acrylic stand at a booth. Visitors tap their phone to download the IR deck or brochure. For exhibiting companies.
The decisive difference from paper cards — a record remains
With attendee identification and consent in place, you can see who tapped your badge or booth in real time. After the event, the organized list of people you met can support follow-up. Reducing the need to transcribe paper cards into a spreadsheet is a practical reason to use NFC at networking events.
For global events, language matching helps too: prepare materials per language and visitors automatically receive the version matching their phone's language setting.
Which events does it fit?
It earns its keep where networking is the event's purpose: investment expos and VC meetings, buyer consultation booths, startup demo days, networking-driven conferences. For lecture-style events with little attendee interaction, a regular badge is fine.
What to prepare before adopting
- Reserve an NFC sticker spot in the badge design (back side recommended)
- Decide where profile data comes from — pre-registration integration is cleanest; with an on-site registration and writing system, walk-ins get badges issued on the spot
- Sticker quantity — ordered in units of 100 after allowing for attendee count and spares
- Physical badges and vinyl holders — material-cost items, so confirm the billing basis at the quote stage
FAQ
How does an NFC badge work?
An NFC sticker inside the badge carries the attendee's profile link. Tap a phone to it and the profile page opens, sharing contact details plus company decks, IR materials, and portfolio links.
Do attendees need to install an app?
Generally no. Most smartphones released in recent years read NFC tags natively and open the link directly.
Can I see who tapped my badge?
Yes, when attendee identification and consent to record exchanges are configured for the event. Opening a public profile and recording an exchange are separate features to prepare.
How many NFC stickers should I order?
With zzzarit, stickers are ordered in units of 100. We recommend allowing 10–20% above the attendee count. Detailed amounts for quantity and setup scope are delivered by email.