Free OCR workflow
Business Card Scanner
Turn stacks of business cards into usable contacts. Photograph or scan a card, upload it here, and this free online business card scanner reads the name, job title, company, address, phone number, email and website with OCR — right in your browser. Check the structured summary, fix anything the scanner misread, then save the contact as a vCard for your phone or address book, or export to Excel to build lists from whole piles of cards. No signup required, and nothing you upload ever leaves your device.
Why this page is easier to use
- Clear upload, settings, and result sections.
- Better spacing and larger controls on mobile.
- SEO text remains visible without crowding the tool.
Upload a business card
Add a photo or scan of a business card. The name, job title, company and contact details are extracted into a structured layout.
Supports .png, .jpg, .jpeg, .webp, .pdf. Up to 20 files and 100MB per file.
Why use Business Card Scanner?
- Completely free with no registration required.
- Browser-based processing keeps files on your device.
- Fast extraction with minimal steps and clean output.
- Designed to work well on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
Frequently asked questions
What details does it detect?
Full name, job title, company, street address, phone number, email address and website.
How do I add the contact to my phone?
Download the vCard (.vcf) file and open it — iPhone, Android and Outlook all import vCards straight into your contacts.
What if the scanner misreads something?
Every field is editable before you export, so you can correct spelling or fill in anything the OCR missed.
Is my card data stored anywhere?
No. Recognition runs entirely in your browser, so the card never leaves your device.