Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about NFC hardware, Smart Profiles and ordering.
What is an NFC card?
An NFC (Near Field Communication) card has a small chip inside that a compatible smartphone can read when you tap it. With Parichy, tapping your card opens your Smart Profile — your contact details, website, social links, catalogue or whatever you've set it to — and the person you share with doesn't need an app.
How does it work?
Tap your Parichy hardware on the back of a compatible NFC-enabled smartphone and your Smart Profile opens in the phone's browser. If NFC isn't available, scan the QR code instead. Either way it's the same profile, and you can choose from 11 Smart Profiles.
Does the other person need an app to receive my information?
No. Compatible phones read the tag without an app, and your profile opens in the browser. Whether a particular phone reads NFC depends on the device and its settings, which is why every Smart Profile also has a QR code.
What if NFC is off or the phone doesn't support NFC?
Every Smart Profile has a QR code, and our hardware carries it as a fallback. Scan it with the phone's camera and the same profile opens.
Can I customise the design of my hardware?
Yes. Add your logo, colours, name, company details and artwork on every hardware line — cards, standees, keychains and patches. In the bundle builder you preview the design and confirm your artwork when you order.
Which Smart Profiles can I attach to my hardware?
There are 11 Smart Profiles: Product Catalogue, Individual Work Profile, Individual Business Profile, Dynamic Profile Switching, WhatsApp Commerce, Dual Authority Profile, Company Profile, Employee Profile, AI Concierge, Digital Handshake, Event & Booking. Each one is built for a specific job, and you can try a live demo of every one before you buy.
Can I change my Smart Profile after purchasing?
Yes. Editing your information is always included: change your details from your dashboard and the update shows the next time someone opens your profile — no new hardware needed. To point one card at different profiles over time, use Dynamic Profile Switching.
Do I pay a subscription?
A core Smart Profile is a one-time price, and profile hosting, edit your information any time, your qr code (png and svg) and nfc redirect to your profile are included with no subscription. Some things run on metered services — AI Concierge, for example, has a fair-use limit — and each Smart Profile's page says what applies to it.
Can companies order in bulk?
Yes. Use the bulk order page to order Employee Profiles and hardware for your team — bulk orders start from 5 units, depending on the hardware. For larger rollouts, request a demo or a custom quote.
How long does delivery take?
Production and courier time are separate. Made-to-order hardware takes 2–3 business days to produce (3–5 business days for metal cards), then 5–7 business days in transit by standard shipping — about 7–10 business days in total. Express delivery, where available, takes 2–3 business days in transit.
Can I return customised hardware?
Customised and printed hardware can't be returned unless it's defective. Non-customised hardware can be returned within 7 days of delivery, unused. The Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy has the full details.
What materials are available?
It depends on the product: NFC cards come in PVC (white or black) or stainless steel (black, silver, rose gold, gold); standees and keychains come in acrylic, metal or wood (keychains also in 3D-printed); patches come as UV DTF fabric or paper sticker. All of them use an NTAG216 NFC chip.
Is there a battery? How long does the hardware last?
There's no battery to charge or replace — the chip is powered by the phone during the tap. How long the hardware looks new depends on the material and how it's handled; metal is the sturdiest option. Your profile lives online, so you can keep it up to date without touching the hardware.