# NFC Reader & Writer: Tags — Scan, decode & write NDEF

> App to read and write various data types to NFC tags, with tag management and device info. (iPhone/iPad app by Yalintech.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer-tags/id1543670530 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yalintech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530568426)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 106 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Danish, French (France), German (Germany), Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Persian and 4 more
- Released: 2020-12-12
- Data updated: 2026-10-13
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer-tags/id1543670530/reviews.md

## What is NFC Reader & Writer?

NFC Reader & Writer turns your phone into a complete NFC toolkit. Hold it near a tag to see exactly what is stored on it, then write your own tags in seconds.

READ NDEF TAGS
• Tag contents appear the moment your phone touches it
• Text, URL, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, vCard, email, SMS, phone number, address, app and location records
• Run an action straight from the record you scanned

ADVANCED TAG INSIGHTS
• Security analysis with the tag's security flags
• Memory breakdown — used, free and total capacity
• NDEF decoder with a plain-language summary of every record
• Raw data in HEX and ASCII for advanced users

WRITE YOUR OWN TAGS
• Build a tag from templates: text, URL, Google search, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, vCard, email, SMS, phone, address, location and custom URL
• Add several records to one tag before you write it

QUICK ACTIONS ON IPHONE
• Open the Quick Actions tab for one-tap access: Copy Tag, Copy Tag to Infinity, Erase Tag, Lock Tag (Read-Only) and Automations
• Erase Tag wipes a tag so you can reuse it, after a confirmation
• Lock Tag makes a tag permanently read-only (write-protect), after a confirmation. This is a Pro feature

TAG HISTORY
• Every scan is saved with its time and record count
• Reopen, share or delete any entry
• Export your history to CSV

NFC COMPATIBILITY CHECK
• Detect whether your device has NFC hardware
• Check whether NFC reading is available on your iPhone
• Verify read and write capability

USEFUL EXTRAS
• Device information at a glance
• One-tap shortcuts to your system settings
• Tools: compass, battery, flashlight and screen light
• Dark mode
• Available in 14 languages

SUPPORTED TAGS ON IPHONE
• Reads NDEF data on NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags: ISO 14443 (NTAG, MIFARE Ultralight, MIFARE DESFire), ISO 15693 (ICODE) and FeliCa
• Writes to tags that are NDEF-formatted and not locked
• iPhone cannot read MIFARE Classic, tags that are not NDEF-formatted, or bank, transit and ID cards

WHAT YOU NEED
1. iPhone 7 or newer, on iOS 15 or later
2. Nothing to switch on: NFC on iPhone is always ready

Free to use, supported by ads. An optional Pro upgrade removes ads and unlocks unlimited Advanced Tag Insights and Lock Tag, available monthly, yearly or as a one-time purchase.

Questions or a problem? Write to support@yalintech.com and we will help.

Privacy Policy: https://yalintech.com/legal/nfc/privacy
Terms of Service: https://yalintech.com/legal/nfc/terms

## Key features

- Read all tag types (Text, URL, VCARD, Bluetooth, WIFI, Email)
- Write custom tasks to NFC tags
- Tag copy and copy to infinity
- Erase NFC tags
- NFC device status checker
- View device information (Model, Data Usage, WiFi, Battery)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $7.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One time purchase | $10.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 15)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer-tags/id1543670530/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Small issue

*2025-07-18*

I love this app. Works great. Purchased the monthly subscription some months back. Recently I’ve been getting a white screen on app opening. Only way to resolve it is to delete and redownload. Any fix for this in the near future

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2025-05-06*

Every single time an ad pops up, it never activates the tags. I have to restart my phone or delete the app and redownload it. Do not recommended.

### 1/5 — Ok

*2025-05-06*

It’s not terrible but it doesn’t work right after I bought it and then then I don’t work then the rate me thing pops up. Super annoying. And now the only way to open it is to delete it and reinstall after you close out of it. Plus when the rate me pops up it stops working so you have to close it and redownload it which is quite a bit that it does that.

### 3/5 — Ok

*2025-05-05*

It’s not terrible but it doesn’t work right after I bought it and then then I don’t work then the rate me thing pops up. Super annoying.

### 5/5 — This is a must for artists

*2024-12-21*

I bought 200 nfc tags and paid 4.99 for this app monthly and can’t be happier. It is super easy to change or write a tag for promo it’s really a no brainer

### 1/5 — Doesn’t Work

*2024-08-25*

Free trial was useless, thought I’d subscribe for it to work properly or as intended. Nah it doesn’t. Don’t waste your time.

### 1/5 — Says my 13 pro is compatible

*2024-06-30*

But it won’t read the tag my iPhone X can read that tag. Funny thing this app is trash because another app could read that tag but this app couldn’t in I’m not going to pay to activate the app either. Deleting after I submit this.

### 1/5 — Worst

*2023-10-29*

Says my device I incompatible with reading nfc tags and i know it is becouse i readed nfc tags with other apps

### 1/5 — does not work on iphone 13 mini

*2023-08-31*

does not work on iphone 13 mini

### 1/5 — Uselessly ad-riddled

*2023-04-05*

Too many ads and pop-ups to even test whether or not it works.

## Frequently asked questions about NFC Reader & Writer

### What can this app do with NFC tags?

This app allows you to read various types of NFC tags, including text, URLs, contact information (VCARD), Bluetooth connections, Wi-Fi credentials, and email addresses. It also enables you to write custom tasks and data onto NFC tags, copy tags, copy tags infinitely, and erase existing data from tags.

### How do I write data to an NFC tag?

To write to an NFC tag, navigate to the 'write tag' option within the app. You can then add records or tasks you wish to store on the tag. Once you have finished configuring the data, click the 'write' button and hold your NFC tag close to your smartphone to transfer the information.

### Is this app free to use?

The application is available for free download and use. However, it does offer in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or remove advertisements.

### What kind of device information can I access?

The app provides access to several pieces of device information, including the device model, current data usage, Wi-Fi status, hotspot availability, screen size, operating system version, UUID, and battery percentage. It also offers a Bluetooth status check.

### What are some common uses for writing to NFC tags?

Common uses include creating tags to quickly connect to Wi-Fi networks, share contact information, launch specific applications, send pre-written text messages, or initiate Bluetooth pairings. This allows for quick automation of everyday tasks.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.8 — 2026-10-10

• Quick Actions on iPhone now include Erase Tag and Lock Tag (Read-Only), next to Copy Tag, Copy Tag to Infinity and Automations
• A simpler one-step Pro page
• Fixes and improvements

### 3.0.6 — 2026-10-08

Fixed: reading NFC tags on iPhone works again.

### 3.0.5 — 2026-10-07

• Advanced Tag Insights — security analysis, memory breakdown and NDEF decoder
• Raw data view in HEX and ASCII
• Faster, steadier scanning
• Interface consistency fixes throughout
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 3.0.4 — 2026-10-06

• Advanced Tag Insights — security analysis, memory breakdown and NDEF decoder
• Raw data view in HEX and ASCII
• Faster, steadier scanning
• Interface consistency fixes throughout
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 3.0.1 — 2026-10-05

• Advanced Tag Insights — security analysis, memory breakdown and NDEF decoder
• Raw data view in HEX and ASCII
• Faster, steadier scanning
• Interface consistency fixes throughout
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

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