# NFC21 Reader — Read NFC-Tags with no fuzz.

> Simple NFC tag reader for immediate content interaction and action execution. (iPhone/iPad app by NFC21 GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc21-reader/id1293225257 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NFC21 GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/787102532)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2017-10-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc21-reader/id1293225257/reviews.md

## What is NFC21 Reader?

We love NFC! That's why, we strive to provide the most simple and usable solution to read NFC-Tags. NFC21 Reader focuses on the content of a scanned NFC-Tag and offers an action to proceed immediately – without any distractions whatsoever. 

NFC tags are used to store information like website links, phone numbers, business cards or WiFi configurations. NFC21 Reader enables you to read and interact with such nfc tags in just two easy steps: First, by scanning the NFC tag, you get a preview of its contents. Second, execute an action matched to the given content. For example, to open a weblink in Safari, import a business card into contacts or show a location in maps. 

NFC21 Reader supports the following Tag-Types: 

• URL: Website Links to open in Safari.
• VCard: Business cards, that may be added to your contacts.
• WiFi: Network configuration to easily join a secured WiFi.
• Text: Short texts that can be copied to the clipboard.
• GEO: Location that is shown in maps application.
• Phone Number: To easily dial a stored phone number.
• Mail: Create a new mail with prefilled address and subject.
• SMS: Start a new SMS-chat with a given phone number.

We improve the application continuously and add more types and actions. Do you miss a feature? Our development team would love to listen to your idea!

NFC-Expert?
Experts should take a look at our NFC21 Tools app. It allows to create and write to own NFC-Tags and provides more detail and technical information about used tags.

## Key features

- Scan NFC tags
- Preview tag content
- Directly execute actions
- Supports URL, VCard, WiFi, Text, GEO, Phone, Mail, SMS
- Continuous improvement and new features
- Simple and usable interface

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc21-reader/id1293225257/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Diese App liest …

*2023-07-10, version 2.6*

absolut rein garnichts

### 2/5 — Gute Idee…

*2023-06-17, version 2.6*

… jedoch bei meiner Anwendung völlig funktionslos. 
Weder NFC21 noch NFC-Tools erkennen meine Tags/Karten. Für mich völlig unbrauchbar (iPhone 14PM 16.5)

### 5/5 — Très simple d’utilisation et accessible avec VoiceOver

*2022-03-05, version 2.5*

Une application qui permet uniquement de lire des tags NFC simplement dès le lancement de l’application.
Elle est accessible aux utilisateurs du lecteur d’écran VoiceOver sur iPhone.
Un grand Merci au développeur.

### 1/5 — Extrem unwillig

*2020-04-13, version 2.4*

Mit dem iphone 11Pro funktioniert der NFC Reader extrem unwillig. Man muss die NFC Karte minutenlang über das Handy ziehen, damit es vllt mal funktioniert. Ging aber schon mal einwandfrei und schnell.
Ohne die NFC21 App wird sofort ausgelesen...!!!

### 5/5 — Gefällt mir sehr gut

*2020-03-25, version 2.3*

Macht was es soll. Dark Mode wird nun auch unterstützt. Perfekt ;-)

### 5/5 — Funktioniert mit iPhone 8

*2020-01-13, version 2.1*

Ideal zum Auslesen. Nutze es mit dem iPhone 8. Kann problemlos URLs damit öffnen.

### 5/5 — Perfekt, Funktioniert!

*2019-11-26, version 1.2*

Daseist die erste NFC Reader App für das iPhone die wirklich so funktioniert wie sie soll.
Einfach, Simple und Zuverlässig.

Top, weiter so!

### 5/5 — Funktioniert super!

*2019-11-07, version 1.2*

Die App hält was die verspricht und ist ohne Aufwand bedienbar!:) 
Super simpel

### 1/5 — J’ai acheté les tags

*2019-02-23, version 1.2*

C’est pas en français , comment utiliser ?

### 5/5 — Funktioniert super!!!

*2018-07-10, version 1.2*

Hab die App runtergeladen weil ich mein Bluetooth Radio einfach nicht mit dem iPhone X verbinden konnte.  Klappte beim ersten Versuch.

## Frequently asked questions about NFC21 Reader

### What types of NFC tags can NFC21 Reader read?

NFC21 Reader supports reading URL, VCard, WiFi, Text, GEO, Phone Number, Mail, and SMS tag types. This allows for quick actions like opening websites, adding contacts, joining Wi-Fi networks, and more.

### Does NFC21 Reader have ads?

No, NFC21 Reader does not contain advertisements. It provides a distraction-free experience for reading NFC tags.

### What devices is NFC21 Reader compatible with?

NFC21 Reader is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It requires a device with NFC capabilities to function.

### How often is NFC21 Reader updated?

The app was last updated on October 17, 2022, with version 2.6. The developer continuously improves the application and adds new features based on user feedback.

### What is the user rating for NFC21 Reader?

NFC21 Reader has a rating of 3.0 stars from 4 ratings. This indicates a mixed but generally positive reception from its user base.

### Can NFC21 Reader write to NFC tags?

No, NFC21 Reader is designed solely for reading NFC tags and interacting with their content. For creating and writing to NFC tags, users can explore the developer's NFC21 Tools app.

### What is the age rating for NFC21 Reader?

NFC21 Reader has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests it contains no mature content.

### Is NFC21 Reader free to use?

Yes, NFC21 Reader is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core NFC reading functionalities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6 — 2022-10-17

Bugfixes and minor improvements.

### 2.5 — 2020-12-08

* Fixed bug with e-Mail Tags
* Updated translations

### 2.4 — 2020-04-12

* Possibility to scan empty / non NDEF NFC tags added.
* Minor bug fixes.

### 2.3 — 2020-02-20

Updated translations.

### 2.2 — 2020-02-11

* Updated icons
* Fixed problem with auto-read
* Minor fixed and improvements

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## More apps by NFC21 GmbH

- [NFC21 Tools](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc21-tools/id1496636288)

All apps by NFC21 GmbH: https://appshunter.io/developer/787102532

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