Multi-Level QR Contacts

Paul English created a QR code-based contact sharing system called FunContact that allows selective sharing of personal information based on social context. The system addresses the friction of exchanging contact details at conferences and networking events.

Key Points:

• Core Problem Solved:

  • Eliminates manual typing of contact information
  • Removes need to carry physical business cards
  • Allows contextual sharing of different levels of personal info

• How It Works:

  • User has multiple QR codes for different sharing levels
  • One QR might contain just email
  • Another QR might include email plus home address
  • User swipes through QR options based on who they're meeting
  • Recipient scans code to instantly add contact to address book

• Use Case Example:

  • Used at restaurant meeting with fashion industry contacts
  • Quickly shared contact info by showing QR code
  • Led to immediate follow-up messaging the next day

• Current Status:

  • Built as personal solution
  • Available at funcontact.com
  • Not intended to become a major company
  • Created to solve personal need for easier contact sharing