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 130+ 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
NXP Semiconductors
NFC-Authenticated COVID-19 Test Kits
Jones Healthcare Group, TPG Rewards and NXP Semiconductors announced a digitized verification and integrity protection solution to authenticate COVID-19 test kits. The joint solution was developed to address ongoing challenges of the pandemic, as the market experiences a rise in counterfeit products and at-home kits can prove difficult for consumers to understand and use. Manufacturers can now rely on Jones’ unique ability to manage the regulated packaging process with speed and flexibility. The kits are equipped with NXP’s NTAG® NFC advanced technology to enable secure electronic product authentication and tamper protection, while instantly providing crucial, real-time information to help consumers use kits properly. TPG provides an NFC-powered platform using NXP’s Authenticator service. We are working closely with numerous test kit producers to bring much-needed test kits to market. Learn more about NFC and the innovative COVID-19 test kit solution here.
Tagwiser
TagnEat
Tagneat is an NFC solution that allows the customer to display the restaurant menu directly on their smartphone. He consults the digital menu, orders and pays with his smartphone. Tagneat can also be used as a self-service order station to reduce operating costs, ecological impact and eliminate customer wait times.
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Blog
Tapwow Podcast
Join us for our first episode with our Executive Director, Mike McCamon and Michael Sher and Jeff McDowell from Tapwow. The three discuss how contactless payments are used in more ways than just simple payments. The conversation focuses on how the NFC user experience can be enhanced.
NFC And Cars; Warren Buffet Likes It
NFC in cars is one of the biggest trends in the automotive industry. Just ask Warren Buffet Chinese auto giant BYD Co. is backed, in part, by Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway [...]
NFC Innovation In The Age Of The Coronavirus Webinar Available For Viewing
NFC Forum Members Discuss COVID-19, Contactless Lifestyle, NFC Beyond Payments The ongoing pandemic is dominating the collective consciousness of the world so it was no surprise that this issue was [...]
NXP Semiconductors
NFC-Authenticated COVID-19 Test Kits
Jones Healthcare Group, TPG Rewards and NXP Semiconductors announced a digitized verification and integrity protection solution to authenticate COVID-19 test kits. The joint solution was developed to address ongoing challenges of the pandemic, as the market experiences a rise in counterfeit products and at-home kits can prove difficult for consumers to understand and use. Manufacturers can now rely on Jones’ unique ability to manage the regulated packaging process with speed and flexibility. The kits are equipped with NXP’s NTAG® NFC advanced technology to enable secure electronic product authentication and tamper protection, while instantly providing crucial, real-time information to help consumers use kits properly. TPG provides an NFC-powered platform using NXP’s Authenticator service. We are working closely with numerous test kit producers to bring much-needed test kits to market. Learn more about NFC and the innovative COVID-19 test kit solution here.
Tagwiser
TagnEat
Tagneat is an NFC solution that allows the customer to display the restaurant menu directly on their smartphone. He consults the digital menu, orders and pays with his smartphone. Tagneat can also be used as a self-service order station to reduce operating costs, ecological impact and eliminate customer wait times.