What is NameDrop?

Q: How to Use NameDrop on iPhone?

Step 1: Position the Devices- Hold your iPhone’s display just a few centimeters away from the top of the other person’s iPhone or Apple Watch. Step 2: Wait for the NameDrop Screen: Keep the devices near each other until the NameDrop screen appears on both devices. Step 3: Choose Your Action: Exchange your contact card while receiving the other person’s details or Only receive the other person’s contact card without sharing yours. Step 4: Select Contact Details to Share: Select Contact Details to Share: Tap the Show Disclosure Triangle on the NameDrop screen, choose fields (e.g., phone number, email) to share, tap Save to confirm, and these fields will be pre-selected for future NameDrop uses. Step 5: Cancel If Needed: To cancel the transfer, simply move the devices away from each other or lock your iPhone before the process completes.

NameDrop is a fast and convenient way to share your contact information with someone nearby. With just a simple gesture, you can exchange contact details between iPhones or even with an Apple Watch (Apple Watch Ultra, Series 7 and later, or Apple Watch SE 2nd generation).

Here’s everything you need to know about using NameDrop.

What is NameDrop?

NameDrop allows you to send new contact details to another person effortlessly. Keep in mind that this feature is designed for sharing new contact information only and cannot be used to update an existing contact.

How to Use NameDrop on iPhone

Step 1: Position the Devices- Hold your iPhone’s display just a few centimeters away from the top of the other person’s iPhone or Apple Watch.
Step 2: Wait for the NameDrop Screen: Keep the devices near each other until the NameDrop screen appears on both devices.
Step 3: Choose Your Action: Exchange your contact card while receiving the other person’s details or Only receive the other person’s contact card without sharing yours.
Step 4: Select Contact Details to Share: Select Contact Details to Share: Tap the Show Disclosure Triangle on the NameDrop screen, choose fields (e.g., phone number, email) to share, tap Save to confirm, and these fields will be pre-selected for future NameDrop uses.
Step 5: Cancel If Needed: To cancel the transfer, simply move the devices away from each other or lock your iPhone before the process completes.

How to Disable NameDrop

NameDrop is enabled by default, but you can disable it if needed:

Step 1: Open Settings on your iPhone.
Step 2: Navigate to General > AirDrop.
Step3: Toggle off Bring Devices Together.

This will disable NameDrop along with other features that rely on device proximity.

Why Use NameDrop?

NameDrop simplifies the process of sharing contact information, making it perfect for quickly exchanging details at events, meetings, or social gatherings. With its intuitive design and ease of use, it’s another great feature that keeps your iPhone connected to the Apple ecosystem.

Give NameDrop a try and experience effortless contact sharing today!