NFC tag – a simple way to enable modern communication at events

Are you preparing an event with many participants? Do you want to make communication easier – both between guests and with the organisers?

With an NFC tag, all it takes is one tap of a smartphone to instantly open the selected content – without installing an app, typing in a website address or wasting time searching for information.

It is a simple, convenient and modern solution that improves communication, increases participants’ comfort and gives the event a professional feel.

NFC badge – specifications and functions

Two badge sizes are available: 38 × 23 mm and 38 × 28 mm, making it easy to match them to different types of wristbands.

The larger version fits wristbands that are 20 mm wide, while the smaller version is designed for wristbands that are 15 mm wide. Wristbands are sold separately.

Each size is available in two universal colour options: white and black.

The NFC tag can be freely programmed, making it a convenient tool for directing users exactly where you want them to go. It can link to, among other things, an event website, schedule, site map, social media profile, portfolio, CV, contact form or digital business card.

Whether you are organising a trade fair, conference, concert, music festival or corporate event, adding an NFC tag to a wristband allows you to take participant communication to the next level.

Technical data of the NFC tag

sticker dimensions: 10 × 20 mm
frequency: 13.56 MHz
memory: approx. 140 bytes
supported technologies: NfcA, NDEF
standard compliance: NFC Forum Type 2
communication standard: ISO14443A
operation type: passive – no battery and no charging required

FAQ

What can an NFC tag be used for?

An NFC tag can be used in many ways, especially during events, conferences, trade fairs, concerts and corporate events. When a smartphone is tapped against the tag, it can automatically open:

• event website,
• schedule or agenda,
• site map,
• registration form,
• social media profile,
• digital business card,
• portfolio or CV,
• discount voucher,
• instruction, video or product presentation.

The tag can also be used as an access identifier – for example, to enter specific event zones, an office or restricted rooms, provided it is integrated with a suitable access control system.

Does an NFC tag require a battery?

No. An NFC tag is passive, which means it does not have a battery and does not require charging. It draws power from the electromagnetic field generated by a phone or reader at the moment of tapping.

Can an NFC tag be programmed independently?

Yes, the tag can be programmed independently using a smartphone with NFC functionality and a suitable NFC tag-writing app. You can save, among other things, a website link, contact details, email address, phone number, Wi-Fi details or another action supported by NFC technology.

Can an NFC tag be used as an access key?

Yes, an NFC tag can act as an access identifier, for example for an office, event zone, conference room or back office area. The system works by reading the tag’s unique ID number using a reader. If the number is on the list of authorised IDs, access is granted.

Is an NFC tag suitable for mobile payments?

This tag uses 13.56 MHz contactless technology, but it is not recommended for mobile payments. Due to its limited memory and lack of banking-level security, it is best suited to marketing, communication, identification and access control.