Meet IRL, Connect with QR is an application called Add Eddie designed to simplify networking by helping users stay connected with the people they meet in real life. Once users add their favorite social profiles and links to the app, Add Eddie automatically generates attractive QR code pages that serve as digital business cards. This feature essentially replaces traditional paper business cards, making it easier for users to share their contact information quickly and efficiently during face-to-face encounters.
The app offers a convenient widget feature that allows users to place their digital business card directly on their device's home screen. This makes it simple to access and share the QR code anytime, streamlining the process of connecting with others in various social or professional settings. Additionally, Add Eddie extends this functionality to Apple Watch, enabling users to display their digital business card as a QR code right on their wrist, facilitating on-the-go networking from a wearable device.
Add Eddie supports a wide range of networking links, including messaging platforms, social media profiles, personal information such as vCards, Wi-Fi connections, web links, and email addresses. For payments, the app can generate QR codes compatible with various services. This extensive support ensures users can share multiple types of information seamlessly through a single platform, making it a versatile tool for personal and professional networking.
The developers emphasize privacy and data security, stating that they do not collect or sell user data. All information remains stored locally on the user's device, and no accounts are required to use the app. The free version offers valuable features, but users can upgrade to Add Eddie Pro via an in-app purchase for additional benefits, such as unlimited QR pages and access to the widget tool that enhances the placement of QR codes on home screens. Created by a dedicated team in Berlin, Germany, the app aims to promote a future where physical business cards are obsolete, making networking more effortless and environmentally friendly.