How to use the WhatsApp Link Generator
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Enter your WhatsApp number with the country code.
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Add a message customers will see pre-filled, like "Hi! I'd like a quote for…".
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Copy the link, download the QR code or paste the button HTML into your website.
How wa.me links work
WhatsApp's official click-to-chat format is https://wa.me/ followed by your full number in international format, with no plus sign, spaces or dashes. Adding ?text= with an encoded message pre-fills the chat. It works on phones and on WhatsApp Web.
Where to use your WhatsApp link
Put it wherever customers are ready to ask a question. Track clicks by adding the link as a button event in Google Analytics, so you know how many chats the website starts.
- Website header, contact page and service pages
- Google Business Profile as a messaging or website link
- Instagram and Facebook bios
- Invoices, quotes, vehicle wraps and flyers (as a QR code)
Frequently asked questions
How do I create a WhatsApp link?
Use https://wa.me/ plus your number with the country code and no symbols, for example https://wa.me/15125550142. This tool builds it and encodes your message for you.
Can I add a message to the link?
Yes. The message is added after ?text= and appears in the chat box. The customer can edit it before sending.
Does it work with WhatsApp Business?
Yes. Click-to-chat links work with both WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business numbers.
Is the link tracked?
No. It goes straight to WhatsApp with no redirect. To count clicks, track the button in Google Analytics.
Is my number stored?
No. The link and QR code are created in your browser.