Consumers
Consumers or end users across the globe utilize Near Field Communication (NFC) technology everyday with their NFC-enabled smartphone to share pictures, play music, make payments, access authentication information and much more. With a simple tap, NFC connects consumers to a world of convenience, information, enhanced experiences and new intelligence. Visit the NFC product showcase to learn about NFC applications in use today.
Developers
Implementers and developers of NFC technology include chip, tag, terminal, device manufacturers, application providers and more. Developers typically access and utilize NFC technical and certification specifications when creating their NFC enabled products/solutions. Learn more about NFC technical specs and the certification program.
Membership
The NFC Forum has 115+ member organizations and is the world’s leading standards and advocacy association for Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. Membership levels include; Sponsor, Principal, Associate, Implementer and Non-profit. Learn more about the benefits of membership.
What is NFC?
Near Field Communication (NFC) is a standards-based short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. NFC is compatible with hundreds of millions of contactless cards and readers already deployed worldwide.
Use NFC
The following case studies showcase innovative NFC enabled products and solutions.
Events
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Product Showcase
SCANFC
SCANFC™️ Engineered Mobile Strap
Hands free mobile strap is very popular in the market , we bring NFC technology into our SCANFC mobile strap to let users enjoy new user experience for music sharing or social sharing,
On the other hand , NFC applicable smartphone essentials for your #outdoor experiences, featuring a hands-free design for your phone to go wherever life takes you. Let it be hiking or camping, you may take photo from all angles, anywhere, anytime.
APPSWED Marketing AB
SOS SMS APP
2020 NFC Forum Innovation Award Finalist
Call, Send or Share emergency messages to SOS, Friends, Family members.
Identiv
uCreate NFC
Identiv’s uCreate NFC ecosystem is designed for mobile app developers who want to enter the world of near field communication (NFC). Create your own NFC experiences and test your creations with our NFC mobile app, software development kit (SDK), and curated kit of NFC tags.
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Blog
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Four things we want to see at CES 2022
The CES (Consumer Technology Association) Trade Show is one of the most influential technology events and is making its return in January of 2022.
What’s Next? NFC Forum Member Meeting Recap
Wireless Charging and Wayfinding Mark Front-and-Center in 2022 The NFC Forum member meeting concluded recently with a couple of surprises. First, although, since the Pandemic, we’ve held these meetings virtually, [...]
SCANFC
SCANFC™️ Engineered Mobile Strap
Hands free mobile strap is very popular in the market , we bring NFC technology into our SCANFC mobile strap to let users enjoy new user experience for music sharing or social sharing,
On the other hand , NFC applicable smartphone essentials for your #outdoor experiences, featuring a hands-free design for your phone to go wherever life takes you. Let it be hiking or camping, you may take photo from all angles, anywhere, anytime.
APPSWED Marketing AB
SOS SMS APP
2020 NFC Forum Innovation Award Finalist
Call, Send or Share emergency messages to SOS, Friends, Family members.
Identiv
uCreate NFC
Identiv’s uCreate NFC ecosystem is designed for mobile app developers who want to enter the world of near field communication (NFC). Create your own NFC experiences and test your creations with our NFC mobile app, software development kit (SDK), and curated kit of NFC tags.