Excel to vCard: Convert Excel Contacts (XLSX/XLS) to vCard (VCF) Format.
To convert contacts from Excel (XLSX/XLS) to vCard (VCF) format, you can use specialised desktop software or free online tools. Most professional software offers a free trial (typically limited to 10–25 contacts) before requiring a purchase.
Top-Rated Software Tools
Softaken Excel to vCard Converter
A highly-rated utility ($29 for full version) that supports bulk conversion, automatic field mapping, and multiple vCard versions (2.1, 3.0, and 4.0).
WholeClear Excel to vCard Converter
Supports a wide range of formats, including XLS and XLSX. It offers a "Remove Duplicacy" feature and lets you save contacts into a single or separate VCF files.
vCardConverter for Excel (macOS)
A popular option for Mac users that allows drag-and-drop column assignment and real-time data modification before export.
DataVare Excel to vCard Converter
Known for its fast conversion speed and compatibility with Office 365 and Exchange Server for direct contact migration.
TrustVare Excel to vCard Converter
Features a simple interface with a preview option to verify contact rows and columns before initiating the conversion.
Free & Online Alternatives
CoolUtils CSV to VCF Online
A free browser-based tool if you first save your Excel file as a CSV (Comma Delimited).
Datablist
An online platform specifically designed to manipulate and export CSV data into vCard format with manual field mapping.
Google Contacts (Manual Method)
- Save your Excel file as CSV.
- Import the CSV into Google Contacts
- Export the contacts from Google as a vCard (for iOS/Android)
Key Features to Look For
Field Mapping
Essential for matching Excel columns (e.g., "Mobile Num") to the correct vCard field ("Cell Phone").
vCard Version
Version 4.0 is recommended for modern smartphones (iPhone/Android), while 2.1 or 3.0 is better for older email clients like Outlook 2010.
Single vs. Multiple VCF
Choose whether you want one giant file containing all contacts or thousands of individual files.