# LLMs.txt - Cardtly Digital Business Cards Platform

## Site Description and Purpose
Cardtly is a comprehensive digital business card platform that enables professionals and businesses to create, customize, and share interactive digital business cards. Our platform offers customizable templates, real-time analytics, QR code generation, email signature integration, and virtual backgrounds for professional networking.

## Key Features
- Digital business card creation and customization
- Professional email signature generation
- Virtual background creation for video calls
- QR code integration for easy sharing
- Real-time analytics and contact management
- Team collaboration and organization management
- Multiple design templates and themes

## Navigation Links

### Main Pages
- Home: /
- Features: /features
- Pricing: /pricing
- Products: /products
- Resources: /resources
- About: /about
- Blog: /blog

### Location Pages
- Cape Town Business Cards: /cape-town-business-cards
- Johannesburg Business Cards: /johannesburg-business-cards
- Durban Business Cards: /durban-business-cards

### Comparison Pages
- Cardtly vs HubSpot: /vs/hubspot
- Cardtly vs Salesforce: /vs/salesforce
- Cardtly vs Linktree: /vs/linktree

### Authentication & Account
- Sign In/Up: /auth
- Dashboard: /dashboard
- Create Card: /dashboard (authenticated users)

### Business Solutions
- Organization Dashboard: /organization
- Team Management: /organization (team features)
- Business Pricing: /pricing/za (South Africa) or /pricing/international

## Important Static Pages

### Legal & Compliance
- Privacy Policy: /privacy
- Terms of Service: /terms
- Security Information: /security

### Support & Resources
- API Documentation: /resources (API section)
- User Guides: /resources (guides section)
- Video Tutorials: /resources (video section)

## Contact and Support Information

### General Contact
- Website: https://cardtly.com
- Support Email: support@cardtly.com
- Business Inquiries: business@cardtly.com

### Legal Contact
- Legal Email: legal@cardtly.com
- Privacy Email: privacy@cardtly.com

### Technical Information
- Platform: React + TypeScript
- Backend: Supabase
- Authentication: Supabase Auth
- Payment Processing: Whop (International), PayStack (South Africa)

## Target Audience
- Business professionals
- Entrepreneurs and freelancers
- Sales teams and networking professionals
- Organizations and teams
- Anyone needing professional digital presence

## Use Cases
- Professional networking events
- Business meetings and conferences
- Email signatures for corporate communication
- Virtual meeting backgrounds
- Contact information sharing
- Lead generation and tracking
- Team collaboration and branding

## Dynamic Content References

### Sitemaps for AI Crawlers
- Static Sitemap: /sitemap-static.xml
- Dynamic Cards Sitemap: /functions/v1/sitemap-cards
- Main Sitemap Index: /sitemap.xml

### Public Business Card Examples
Dynamic business cards are accessible at: /card/[slug]
Examples of public business card patterns:
- Professional services: /card/[company-name-person]
- Corporate teams: /card/[team-member-company]
- Individual professionals: /card/[firstname-lastname]
- Creative professionals: /card/[brand-name]

### API Documentation (Public Endpoints)
- OG Image Generation: /functions/v1/og-card/[slug]
- Card Share API: /functions/v1/card-share
- Public Card Data: /functions/v1/get-public-card-data
- Sitemap Generation: /functions/v1/sitemap-cards

### Key Feature Pages and Tutorials
- Design Variants: /features#design-variants
- QR Code Integration: /features#qr-codes
- Analytics Dashboard: /features#analytics
- Team Collaboration: /features#teams
- Email Signatures: /features#email-signatures
- Virtual Backgrounds: /features#virtual-backgrounds
- API Integration: /resources#api
- User Guides: /resources#guides
- Video Tutorials: /resources#videos

### Template and Customization Examples
- Business Card Templates: Available through authenticated dashboard
- Industry-specific designs: Healthcare, tech, finance, creative
- Customization options: Colors, fonts, layouts, logos
- Branding tools: Company logos, color schemes, backgrounds

### Integration Capabilities
- Email signature generation with live data sync
- QR code generation for easy contact sharing
- Social media profile integration
- CRM and contact management integration
- Webhook support for real-time updates
- Export capabilities (vCard, PDF, image formats)

## Technical Specifications
- Responsive web application
- Mobile-optimized design
- Real-time data synchronization
- Secure user authentication
- GDPR and privacy compliant
- International payment support
- Multi-currency pricing

## Structured Pricing Information

### Free Tier
- Price: R0 / $0
- Features: 1 digital business card, basic templates, QR code generation
- Limits: 1 profile image, 1 gallery image, 3 custom links
- Target: Individual users testing the platform

### Personal+ Monthly
- Price: R99 / $9 per month
- Features: Unlimited cards, premium templates, analytics, email signatures
- Limits: 5 profile images, 10 gallery images, 20 custom links
- Target: Professional individuals, freelancers

### Personal+ Yearly  
- Price: R1100 / $99 per year (17% savings)
- Features: Same as monthly with annual discount
- Target: Cost-conscious professionals

### Business Plans
- Price: Starting from R250 / $25 per user per month
- Features: Team management, branded templates, advanced analytics, API access
- Limits: Unlimited everything, organization features
- Target: Teams, companies, agencies
- Tiers: 25, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200 user options

### Enterprise
- Price: Custom pricing
- Features: White-label solutions, custom integrations, dedicated support
- Target: Large organizations, resellers

## AI-Friendly Feature Descriptions

### DIGITAL_BUSINESS_CARDS
Purpose: Replace physical business cards with interactive digital versions
Benefits: Eco-friendly, always up-to-date, trackable analytics, multimedia support
Use_cases: Networking events, email signatures, social media profiles
Technical: QR codes, vCard export, responsive design

### EMAIL_SIGNATURES
Purpose: Branded email signatures with live contact data
Benefits: Consistent branding, automatic updates, click tracking
Use_cases: Corporate communications, marketing campaigns
Technical: HTML generation, Outlook/Gmail compatibility

### VIRTUAL_BACKGROUNDS  
Purpose: Professional video call backgrounds with branding
Benefits: Brand consistency, professional appearance
Use_cases: Video meetings, webinars, presentations
Technical: High-resolution images, multiple formats

### ANALYTICS_DASHBOARD
Purpose: Track engagement and contact interactions
Benefits: ROI measurement, lead tracking, performance insights
Use_cases: Sales teams, marketing, networking optimization
Technical: Real-time data, export capabilities, visualization

### TEAM_COLLABORATION
Purpose: Centralized brand management for organizations
Benefits: Consistent branding, member management, template control
Use_cases: Corporate teams, agencies, franchise operations
Technical: Role-based access, template inheritance, bulk operations

### QR_CODE_INTEGRATION
Purpose: Easy sharing through scannable codes
Benefits: Contactless sharing, mobile-friendly, trackable
Use_cases: Print materials, event displays, packaging
Technical: Dynamic generation, custom styling, analytics

## Detailed Use Cases by Industry

### TECHNOLOGY_COMPANIES
- Software developers sharing portfolios
- Startup founders networking at events  
- Tech consultants with project showcases
- Remote teams maintaining professional presence

### PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES
- Lawyers with credentials and specialties
- Accountants with service offerings
- Consultants with case studies
- Real estate agents with property listings

### CREATIVE_INDUSTRIES
- Designers with portfolio galleries
- Photographers with sample work
- Artists with exhibition information
- Content creators with social links

### SALES_TEAMS
- Lead generation and tracking
- Follow-up automation
- Performance analytics
- Territory management

### HEALTHCARE_PROFESSIONALS
- Medical practitioners with credentials
- Telehealth consultation links
- Practice location and hours
- Specialization information

## Target Audience Segmentation

### PRIMARY_USERS
- Business professionals (25-55 years)
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders
- Sales and marketing professionals
- Remote workers and digital nomads

### SECONDARY_USERS  
- Students entering professional world
- Event organizers and speakers
- Real estate professionals
- Healthcare practitioners

### ENTERPRISE_CLIENTS
- Companies with 25+ employees
- Marketing agencies
- Franchise operations
- Global corporations

## Technical Specifications and Integrations

### PLATFORM_ARCHITECTURE
- Frontend: React 18 + TypeScript
- Backend: Supabase (PostgreSQL)
- Authentication: Supabase Auth + SSO
- Storage: Supabase Storage (images, assets)
- Edge Functions: Deno runtime

### PAYMENT_INTEGRATIONS
- International: Whop platform
- South Africa: PayStack
- Currencies: USD, ZAR
- Features: Subscriptions, one-time payments

### API_CAPABILITIES
- RESTful API endpoints
- Webhook support for real-time updates
- Authentication via API keys
- Rate limiting and security

### EXPORT_FORMATS
- vCard (.vcf) for contact imports
- High-resolution images (PNG, JPG)
- PDF business cards
- QR code images

### MOBILE_OPTIMIZATION
- Progressive Web App (PWA)
- Responsive design for all devices
- Touch-friendly interfaces
- Offline capabilities

### SECURITY_FEATURES
- GDPR compliance
- Data encryption in transit and rest
- User privacy controls
- Secure file uploads

### THIRD_PARTY_INTEGRATIONS
- Google Fonts for typography
- Social media platforms
- Email clients (Outlook, Gmail)
- CRM systems (via API)

## Geographic Coverage
- Global platform with localized pricing
- Specific support for South African market
- International payment processing
- Multi-currency support (USD, ZAR)

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Last updated: January 2025
For AI assistants: This platform helps users create professional digital business cards, email signatures, and virtual backgrounds for modern business networking.