# Nfc Ideas

> NFC tag scanner and interaction tool for smartphones. (iPhone/iPad app by Nfc Ideas, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-ideas/id970195453 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nfc Ideas, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/970195452)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-05-10
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-ideas/id970195453/reviews.md

## What is Nfc Ideas?

Powering the Connected World. Near Field Communication (NFC) technology enables seamless, secure interactions between devices with just a simple tap.

* Instant Connection - Tap-to-connect technology for smartphones
* Secure by Design - Proximity-based security for trusted interactions
* Endless Possibilities - Payments, access control, marketing, identity verification, and beyond

Features include: Scanning NFC Tags & History.  Engages iPhone Natively for URL, Smart Poster, Text, vCard, WIFI, Phone Dialing (TEL), and Text Messages (SMS).

Supported Readers: 
Apple Core NFC
ACS ACR 1555U BLE

## Key features

- Scan NFC tags
- View NFC tag history
- iPhone native support
- URL and Smart Poster support
- Wi-Fi and vCard configuration
- Phone dialing and SMS triggers

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-ideas/id970195453/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No working

*2025-08-10, version 3.0.5*

On iPhone13 it doesn’t read anything. On Mac it doesn’t see iPhone ad reader

### 5/5 — Bluetooth Reader support

*2020-05-26*

Great app and support for Bluetooth reader!  Wish you would also support a handheld reader.

### 1/5 — Won’t open

*2019-02-24, version 2.3.2*

App won’t open on my phone.

### 5/5 — Funktioniert hervorragend

*2018-04-22, version 2.3.2*

Zusammen mit einem ACS ACR1255U-J1 können NFC-Tags auch beschrieben werden.

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2018-01-19*

As far as using corenfc you guys did it perfectly. And with third party scanners it works amazingly. To all the people saying it emits a loud wine, that's because you selected the headphone jack based reader without plugging in a headphone jack based reader, that's the sound of it trying to communicate.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2018-01-13, version 2.1.0*

It doesn't work on my iPhone 6s

### 1/5 — It isn’t an apple compatible app

*2017-12-26, version 2.1.0*

Does not work with IPhone SE

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work!

*2017-12-21, version 2.1.0*

Tag reading not supported on this device?

### 2/5 — iPhone 6

*2017-09-20, version 2.1.0*

I get an error on my iPhone 6 just updated iOS 11:(

### 5/5 — Works well with acs Bluetooth reader

*2017-06-17, version 1.5.0*

The only app I could find to work with the ACR1255U-J1 Bluetooth reader. Everything worked first time.

## Frequently asked questions about Nfc Ideas

### What can Nfc Ideas do?

Nfc Ideas allows you to scan NFC tags and interact with them. It supports various tag types like URLs, Wi-Fi configurations, vCards, and can trigger phone calls or SMS messages directly from your iPhone.

### Does Nfc Ideas work on Android devices?

The provided information states that Nfc Ideas engages iPhone natively and supports iPhone and iPad. It does not specify support for Android devices.

### How often is Nfc Ideas updated?

The latest version of Nfc Ideas is 3.7, and it was last updated on March 18, 2026. This indicates a recent update, though historical update frequency is not detailed.

### What is the age rating for Nfc Ideas?

Nfc Ideas has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Is Nfc Ideas free to use?

Yes, Nfc Ideas is available for free. There are no upfront costs associated with downloading or using the application.

### Does Nfc Ideas have ads?

No, the application does not contain advertisements. The `hasAds` flag is set to false.

### What kind of user feedback does Nfc Ideas have?

Nfc Ideas has a high rating of 4.7 stars from 3 ratings, suggesting positive user sentiment based on the available data.

### What types of NFC interactions does Nfc Ideas support on iPhone?

Nfc Ideas supports URL, Smart Poster, Text, vCard, Wi-Fi, Phone Dialing (TEL), and Text Messages (SMS) interactions natively on iPhone.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.13 — 2026-09-02

Dark Mode

### 4.12 — 2026-08-31

Minor enhancements

### 4.11 — 2026-08-28

Minor enhancements

### 4.10 — 2026-08-20

Navigation Redesign - The app has a new tab bar replacing the side menu, making every feature instantly visible and reachable with one tap.
- Scan — your NFC reader, always one tap away
- Write — all write types in one place, with Short Tag and Secure NFC Tag grouped under Provision
- Tools — Erase Tag and Activity log
- Account — sign in, User Guide, and What's New
- Settings — app configuration

### 4.9 — 2026-08-10

ACS BLE Reader Support
Connect an ACS ACR1555U Bluetooth reader to read and write NFC tags without lifting your iPhone to the tag. Supports NXP NTAG 213, 215 & 216, DESFire, NTAG 424 DNA, FeliCa, and ISO 15693 tags. Set up in Settings > Reader and switch from Core NFC to BLE mode.

Secure NFC Tags
Secure NFC Tag Provisioning is now available for NTAG® 424 DNA tags. Using Secure Dynamic Messaging (SDM), every tap generates a unique cryptographically signed URL — protecting against cloning and replay attacks. Provisioned tags display a purple shield in the tag list, and tapping opens a browser-based verification page that confirms authenticity in real time. An optional redirect URL can be set so the verification page forwards automatically after a successful tap.

Short Tags
Write a compact NFC IDEAS URL to any standard NFC tag — no special chip required. Tap to redirect visitors anywhere you like. Update the destination anytime from nfcideas.com without ever touching the tag again. Works with NTAG 213, 215, 216, and other standard tags. Sign in with Apple ID or email to get started.

Web Dashboard
Manage your tags from nfcideas.com — update Short Tag destinations, view tap counts, and manage Secure NFC Tag verification counters and redirect URLs, all from your browser.

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