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What Are the Benefits of Using NFC Card Readers?

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What Are the Benefits of Using NFC Card Readers?

What are NFC card readers and why should you buy one for business use?

Before you understand the answers to this question, first, it’s important to understand the meaning of NFC.


Near Field Communication or NFC, as the name implies, allows two NFC-enabled devices to communicate wireless (exchange data) within short distance, four inches to be exact. NFC works like Bluetooth technology where devices will be prompted to transfer data once they are put near each other. It also works on RFID technology, but instead of one-way communication, it allows two-way communication.

NFC isn't exactly new but it's definitely gaining popularity, especially when talking about mobile or electronic payments. You’ve probably seen someone pay for their goods at a store by tapping or waving their smartphones over a credit card terminal. This is what NFC contactless payment looks like. The terminal and smartphone are both NFC-enabled, which makes it possible to complete a payment transaction without physical contact. All it takes is a single tap or a wave. Businesses are implementing NFC payments using NFC card readers or NFC-enabled card machines at the point of sale.

NFC technology is also getting more recognition than before because of its ability to provide a layer of security and protection to businesses. Companies are creating NFC access cards and IDs to provide selective access to the building to their employees and visitors. With an NFC access card reader or simply NFC card reader, they can strengthen the level of security of their premises and make sure that only those with granted access are entering their offices.

NFC technology is not only utilized in the commercial industry but also in other sectors such as education, government, hotels, public transport, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals. It offers several advantages over other technologies.

  • Unlike mechanical keys, NFC cards are not easily copied
  • Unlike PIN numbers, there's no password that needs to be remembered.
  • Unlike magnetic stripe cards, the data embedded NFC cards won't be erased.

Here's how it works. The card holder will wave or tap the access card to the reader. Then, the NFC card reader will read and authenticate the stored data embedded on the card or key fobs. When the card is proven to be genuine, the user will be given access to the building or in some cases, access to workstations, laboratories, and other secured environment.

About The Company:

NFC Tagify is one of the leading NFC Products and services providers in the UK. NFC Tagify offers contactless NFC tags, PVC business cards, Ntag stickers, chips, anti-metal/on metal, and several customized NFC products. NFC Tagify manufactures products to comply with NFC Forum specifications. NFC Tagify also offers NFC tag encoding in bulk.

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