Tap Into Your Future

You just tapped into a tool that makes everyday moments easier — and into a job that helps people build independence, confidence, and community. TLC of Duluth is always looking for compassionate, flexible students who want meaningful work that fits around school, all while getting paid a competitive wage. Click the “Apply @ TLC” button to check us out or simply enjoy your NFC tag, exploring the use cases and instructions to customize yours immediately below.

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NFC Fobs for College Life

These tiny NFC fobs turn a phone tap into instant action — like sharing your contact card, tagging a backpack, linking your socials, or making it easy for friends to pay you back.

No app needed (most phones) Update links anytime Fun + practical
See use cases Set yours up

Pro tip: Program the fob to open this page’s URL. You can update your links later without rewriting the fob.

Popular ways students use NFC fobs

🎓 Electronic business card

Great for career fairs, campus jobs, clubs, and new friends. One tap opens your contact info and professional links.

  • Save-to-contacts
  • LinkedIn profile
  • Resume or portfolio link

🎒 Backpack / bag tag

Clip a fob to a zipper or keyring. If your bag gets separated from you, a finder can tap to see how to contact you.

  • First name only (privacy-friendly)
  • Text or email contact
  • Optional “Turn into front desk” note

📱 Social links

Make connecting effortless. One tap opens your profile — perfect for creators, student orgs, and campus events.

  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Discord or GroupMe invites

💸 Paying & getting paid back

Link directly to your payment profile so friends can pay you back fast — coffee, gas, tickets, or group expenses.

  • Cash App: https://cash.app/$YourCashtag
  • Venmo profile link
  • Optional note for context

Simple setup (set it & forget it)

  1. Create a simple page on your own site or point to your listing on an existing service (e.g. LinkedIn, Instagram, LinkTree).
  2. Copy the page URL. (e.g. www.instagram.com/MyNameHere)
  3. Write the URL to your NFC fob using an NFC app. (e.g. NFC Tools)
  4. Test on iPhone and Android.
  5. Edit this page anytime to update your links.
Privacy tip: For bag tags, avoid your home address or last name. Keep it to “Contact me” and clear instructions.

Example links

  • LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/yourname
  • Instagram: https://instagram.com/yourhandle
  • Cash App: https://cash.app/$YourCashtag
  • Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/YourUsername

Optional offline backup text

FOUND THIS ITEM?
Text or call: (###) ###-####
Email: you@email.com