What is a wa.me link?

It is WhatsApp's official short link. Opening wa.me followed by a phone number starts a chat with that number, on the phone app or WhatsApp Web, without the visitor having to save the contact first. Adding a text parameter pre-fills the first message for them.

Why does my WhatsApp link say the number is invalid?

Almost always because of formatting. The number must be the full international number in digits only: no plus sign, no spaces or dashes, no brackets, and no leading zero from the local format. A Moroccan 0612345678 becomes 212612345678. This tool applies that rule for you whichever way you type the number.

Do I need WhatsApp Business or an API account?

No. A wa.me link works with any WhatsApp account, personal or Business. It is just a link, so nothing needs to be approved or connected. You only need the WhatsApp Business Platform when you want to send messages programmatically or reply automatically.

Can I change the pre-filled message after sharing the link?

The message is encoded inside the link itself, so changing it means generating a new link. The customer can also edit the text before sending, since it only pre-fills their input box.

Where should I use the QR code?

Anywhere a customer cannot click: product packaging, delivery slips, flyers, a shop window, a car wrap. Scanning it opens the same chat with the same pre-filled message. Download it as a PNG and place it at a size that stays scannable, roughly two centimetres or more across in print.

Is my number sent anywhere?

No. The link and the QR code are generated in your browser, and nothing you type is sent to a server or stored.

WhatsApp Link Generator

Turn a phone number into a wa.me link that opens a chat with your first message already written, plus a QR code for anything printed. No signup, and the number never leaves your browser.

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WhatsApp number

Type it the local way. The leading zero and spaces are removed for you.

Pre-filled message0

Optional. The customer can still edit it before sending.

Your link

Enter a number to generate the link.

Put it on your site

Paste one of these into your page, store theme or bio.

Button Text

HTML

Enter a number to generate the link.

Markdown

Enter a number to generate the link.

QR code

The QR code appears once you enter a number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a wa.me link?: It is WhatsApp's official short link. Opening wa.me followed by a phone number starts a chat with that number, on the phone app or WhatsApp Web, without the visitor having to save the contact first. Adding a text parameter pre-fills the first message for them.
Why does my WhatsApp link say the number is invalid?: Almost always because of formatting. The number must be the full international number in digits only: no plus sign, no spaces or dashes, no brackets, and no leading zero from the local format. A Moroccan 0612345678 becomes 212612345678. This tool applies that rule for you whichever way you type the number.
Do I need WhatsApp Business or an API account?: No. A wa.me link works with any WhatsApp account, personal or Business. It is just a link, so nothing needs to be approved or connected. You only need the WhatsApp Business Platform when you want to send messages programmatically or reply automatically.
Can I change the pre-filled message after sharing the link?: The message is encoded inside the link itself, so changing it means generating a new link. The customer can also edit the text before sending, since it only pre-fills their input box.
Where should I use the QR code?: Anywhere a customer cannot click: product packaging, delivery slips, flyers, a shop window, a car wrap. Scanning it opens the same chat with the same pre-filled message. Download it as a PNG and place it at a size that stays scannable, roughly two centimetres or more across in print.
Is my number sent anywhere?: No. The link and the QR code are generated in your browser, and nothing you type is sent to a server or stored.

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