Summary
Want to make it easy for your clients to reach you on WhatsApp? With WATI’s WhatsApp Link to Chat Tool, you can generate clickable chat links and QR codes that let people message you directly. This guide will show you how to create these links, customize them with pre-filled messages, and share them on your social profiles or website.
Instructions
What Are WhatsApp Chat Links?
WhatsApp chat links are short, clickable URLs that open a chat with you directly on WhatsApp. You can share these links online, in emails, or on social media to make it super easy for clients to contact you.
How to Create a WhatsApp Chat Link
1. Basic WhatsApp Chat Link
To create a simple chat link, use the following format:
https://wa.me/1xxxxxxxxxx
Replace 1xxxxxxxxxx with your full phone number in international format (without spaces, dashes, or parentheses).
Example: If your number is +1 (123) 456-7890, your link will look like this:
https://wa.me/11234567890
Important:
Do not include symbols like
+,-, or()in the link.Always use the international format for the phone number.
2. Create a Link with a Pre-Filled Message
You can also create a link that includes a pre-filled message. This message will automatically appear in the chat when someone clicks the link.
Use this format:
https://wa.me/whatsappphonenumber?text=urlencodedtext
Replace
whatsappphonenumberwith your full phone number in international format.Replace
urlencodedtextwith your message, encoded for URLs (spaces become%20, and special characters are replaced with their URL-safe equivalents).
Example: If your number is +1 (123) 456-7890 and you want the pre-filled message to say, “I’m interested in your car for sale,” your link will look like this:
https://wa.me/11234567890?text=I'm%20interested%20in%20your%20car%20for%20sale
3. Using WATI’s Official WhatsApp Account
If you’d like to use WATI’s official WhatsApp account for testing or reference, here’s the link:
https://wa.me/85264318721
You can also add a pre-filled message:
https://wa.me/85264318721/?text=Hi
Tips for Using WhatsApp Chat Links
Share on Social Media: Add the link to your Instagram bio, Facebook page, or LinkedIn profile.
Embed in Emails: Include the link in your email signature or newsletters.
Generate a QR Code: Use tools like WATI’s WhatsApp Link to Chat Tool to create a QR code for your link. Print it on business cards or posters for easy scanning.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General Questions
1. What is a WhatsApp chat link?
→ A WhatsApp chat link is a URL that allows people to start a WhatsApp conversation with you instantly, without saving your phone number.
2. What is a WhatsApp QR code?
→ A WhatsApp QR code is a scannable code that directs users to a WhatsApp chat, similar to a chat link but more convenient for offline use.
3. Can I create a WhatsApp chat link for any number?
→ Yes, as long as the number is registered with WhatsApp and formatted correctly in international format.
Creating WhatsApp Chat Links
4. How do I format my phone number for a WhatsApp chat link?
→ Use your full phone number in international format without spaces, dashes, or symbols (e.g., https://wa.me/11234567890).
5. Can I customize my WhatsApp chat link with a message?
→ Yes, you can add a pre-filled message using this format:https://wa.me/whatsappphonenumber?text=urlencodedtext
6. What is URL encoding, and why is it needed?
→ URL encoding replaces spaces and special characters in a message with codes that work in URLs. For example, a space becomes %20.
Using and Sharing WhatsApp Chat Links
7. Where can I share my WhatsApp chat link?
→ You can add it to your website, social media profiles, emails, business cards, and marketing materials.
8. Can I embed my WhatsApp link in a button on my website?
→ Yes! You can link it to a call-to-action (CTA) button or use HTML code to integrate it into your website.
Creating and Using WhatsApp QR Codes
9. How do I generate a QR code for my WhatsApp chat link?
→ You can use Wati’s WhatsApp Link to Chat Tool or any free QR code generator by pasting your chat link into the tool.
10. Where should I place my WhatsApp QR code?
→ You can print it on business cards, posters, product packaging, store entrances, or digital materials.