QR code MeCard/vCard generator

by stasionok

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76 Quality Score

Active Installs

15/30

With only 2,000 active installs, this is a niche plugin with modest adoption in the WordPress ecosystem.

Update Freshness

25/25

Updated within days of this review (May 2026) and tested against WordPress 7.0, this plugin shows excellent upkeep.

User Rating

14/15

A 90 out of 100 average from 8 ratings is strong, though the small sample size makes the score less statistically reliable.

Support Health

8/15

Only 1 support thread exists in the record and it was resolved, giving a perfect resolution rate but a very thin support history.

WP Compatibility

15/15

Tested with WordPress 7.0 and requiring only PHP 7.3 plus WordPress 5.0, it runs comfortably on modern and slightly older setups.

Scores higher than 45% of indexed plugins

About

Share your contact information such as emails, phone number and much more through QR code with WordPress using shortcode, widget or by direct link.

Active Installs 2k+

Rating ★★★★½ 4.5/5

Last Updated 2026-05-20 6:43pm GMT

Requires WordPress 5.0+

Tested Up To 7.0.4

Requires PHP 7.3+

Security History

1 known vulnerability, all patched

1 Medium

Most recent: July 24, 2023

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What It Does

QR code MeCard/vCard generator lets WordPress site owners display contact details as scannable QR codes using shortcodes, widgets, or direct links. Visitors can scan the code with a phone camera to instantly save a contact record, dial a number, or open an email composer. It supports both MeCard (compact, older format) and vCard (more detailed, widely compatible) standards.

Who It's For

This plugin is a good fit for professionals who regularly share contact info in person, such as real estate agents, freelancers, event organizers, and sales staff who want a digital business card alternative. It also suits small clinics, restaurants, and wedding planners who need a quick, no-app way for customers to save their details.

Who Should Skip It

If you only need to share a URL, Wi-Fi password, or a simple text snippet, this plugin is overkill since plenty of lighter QR code generators cover that. Sites that already use a contact page builder or CRM with built-in QR sharing should not add another plugin just for this.

The Bottom Line

QR code MeCard/vCard generator does one focused job and does it well, with strong maintenance, modern compatibility, and solid user ratings. The small install base and thin support history mean it is a dependable but lightly proven choice. It earns its 75.78 score primarily through upkeep and compatibility rather than popularity.

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