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This app transforms your iPhone into a personal NFC tool. Read and write NFC tags, scan electronic passports and travel documents, and check transit card balances and history. It prioritizes privacy with on-device processing and requires no account.
What's New in PowerNFC
27.1
May 14, 2026
PowerNFC 27.1 adds major passport and transit card improvements. • Added support for Hong Kong/Macau Mainland Travel Permit and two-way permit document reading • Improved passport MRZ recognition, document reconstruction, and Wallet error handling • Added and improved transit support for OKICA, TransMilenio, Touch ’n Go, Rav-Kav, EZ-Link, Clipper, Myki, Edy, Compass, and more • Improved Japanese IC card identification, including Suica, ICOCA, PASMO, and regional FeliCa cards • Added more card artwork and improved card face matching • Improved transit history localization, sync badges, and duplicate handling • Limited automatic diagnostic uploads to local testing and TestFlight builds • Expanded localizations and general stability improvements
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What can PowerNFC do?
PowerNFC allows you to read and write NFC tags, scan electronic passports and travel documents, and check the balance and transaction history of supported transit cards. It also enables creating NFC business cards and WiFi stickers.
Does PowerNFC have ads?
No, PowerNFC is ad-free. The app description explicitly states that it has no advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.
How much does PowerNFC cost?
PowerNFC is a paid application, priced at $5.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features.
Is PowerNFC safe for my passport data?
Yes, PowerNFC prioritizes privacy. Passport data is processed and encrypted locally on your device, and it is not sent to any servers. An account is not required for its use.
What transit cards does PowerNFC support?
PowerNFC supports a wide range of transit cards, including Hong Kong Octopus, various Chinese mainland cards, Japanese IC cards (Suica, ICOCA, etc.), and Korean cards like T-Money. It also supports many international cards.
What devices is PowerNFC compatible with?
PowerNFC is designed for the latest iOS experience and is compatible with iPhone and iPod devices. It supports features like Dark Mode and Dynamic Type.
How often is PowerNFC updated?
The latest version of PowerNFC is 27.1, and it was last updated on May 14, 2026. Updates are released to improve compatibility and fix issues based on user reports.
Can I sync my PowerNFC data across devices?
Yes, PowerNFC offers optional private synchronization across your Apple devices using iCloud. This allows you to maintain a clean history by intelligently merging duplicate scans.







