MIFARE® by NXP Semiconductors is one of the most widely adopted 13.56MHz contactless smart card technologies in the world, delivering secure, high-performance credentials for modern access control, transit, and identity applications. Built on the ISO/IEC 14443 Type A standard, MIFARE credentials—including cards, key fobs, and tags—offer reliable read/write functionality at typical distances of up to 10 cm and seamless compatibility with NFC-enabled devices and readers.
The MIFARE platform includes multiple product families such as MIFARE Classic® (1K and 4K), MIFARE Ultralight®, MIFARE Plus®, and MIFARE DESFire® (EV1, EV2, EV3), each designed for different levels of security and application requirements. From cost-effective identification to highly secure, encrypted credentials utilizing AES and 3DES authentication, MIFARE technology supports a wide range of use cases including access control, transportation ticketing, cashless payment, and multi-application smart ID systems.
MIFARE credentials are compatible with a broad ecosystem of 13.56MHz readers, including HID Signo and iCLASS SE readers, OMNIKEY desktop readers, and other multi-technology readers that support ISO14443/NFC standards. Widely deployed across commercial, healthcare, education, and enterprise environments, MIFARE solutions provide a scalable, future-ready platform for secure credential management.
