Vcard is a personal digital business card template.
Here are a few things to be aware of before jumping into the installation.
Just like any other CMS such as wordpress, the vcard relies on creating a database where it stocks your content (text, photo, etc...). Most web hosting offer a database easy installation wizard that you can follow.
You will also need to understand the directory of your web hosting and where you should upload the vcard files. Two methods can be used:Go to the following url and download the following files onto your computer:
install-vcard.php
vcard_archive.zip
Just like any other CMS such as wordpress, the vcard relies on creating a database where it stocks your content (text, photo, etc...). Most web hosting offer a database easy installation wizard that you can follow.
Using either a CPanel or a FTP client, upload those 2 files in the root directory of your future website (usually holds the domain name you chose).
In your navigation bar, type the url of your root directory followed by "install-vcard.php". It should be something like
https://yourdomain.com/install-vcard.php
Follow the on screen instructions.
Once the vcard is installed correctly, go to the main page where you'll see shakespeare and click on "Made with a" link.
You can now log in. Click on the smily face in the footer. Edit your content.
Photos
It is important to use the right size for your photos. Your photos do not need to be gigantic in size (mb) to be picture clear on a web browser. More often than not, your photos for the web will not be printed.
Here are some useful links to learn in more depth about the right size for your photo.
https://www.1dogwoof.com/10-tips-best-image-size-blog/
https://www.calliaweb.co.uk/image-size-aspect-ratio-web-design/
Content
Try to keep your content short to engage your visitor. Long everlasting text will discourage the visitor.
Password
even though the vcard is secure, your password is only as secure as the one you choose. Try using a password manager. It will help you to create powerful passwords. Don't worry, if you can't remember your password one day, just use the forgot my password on the login page.
If you encounter any problems with this vcard, feel free to contact me at alex@onze.digital
If you feel comfortable looking under the hood, then visit the following page.
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- FTP client. The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standard network protocol used for the transfer of computer files between a client and server on a computer network. (wikipedia)