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How to create a QR code for your WhatsApp number

Summary

A WhatsApp QR code makes it easy for customers to start a conversation with your business without manually saving your phone number. This article explains how to create a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link and convert it into a QR code using Wati’s WhatsApp QR Code Generator Tool.

Instructions

You can use Wati’s WhatsApp QR Code Generator Tool to quickly create WhatsApp chat links and QR codes for your business number.

Chat Link via QR Code

Step 1: Create a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link

Before creating a QR code, you first need a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link. This link allows customers to open a WhatsApp chat with your business directly.

The link format is:

https://wa.me/1234567890

Replace 1234567890 with your WhatsApp phone number, including the country code.

For example, if your WhatsApp number is +1 123 456 7890, your Click-to-Chat link will look like this:

https://wa.me/11234567890

Follow these guidelines when creating the link:

  • Include your country code.

  • Remove any spaces, brackets, or special characters.

  • Do not include the + symbol before the country code.

Once completed, your Click-to-Chat link is ready to use.

Step 2: Convert the Click-to-Chat link into a QR code

After creating your Click-to-Chat link, you can convert it into a QR code.

Follow these steps:

  • Paste your WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link into the input field.

  • Configure optional settings such as:

    • QR code size

    • Color

    • Style or design

  • Download and share the QR code wherever needed.

You can use Wati’s WhatsApp QR Code Generator Tool to generate both WhatsApp chat links and QR codes in one place.

Customers can scan the QR code using their phone camera or WhatsApp scanner to instantly start a conversation with your business.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

WhatsApp QR codes

1. What is a WhatsApp QR code used for?

A WhatsApp QR code allows customers to instantly start a conversation with your business without manually saving your phone number.

2. What is a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link?

A WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link is a direct link that opens a WhatsApp chat with your business number.

3. What is the format of a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link?

The format of a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link is:

https://wa.me/1234567890

Replace 1234567890 with your WhatsApp phone number, including the country code.

4. How do I create a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link?

To create a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link:

  • Copy the format https://wa.me/1234567890

  • Replace 1234567890 with your WhatsApp phone number and country code.

  • Remove any spaces, brackets, or special characters.

  • Remove the + symbol before the country code.

5. Can I include the + symbol in a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link?

No. You should not include the + symbol before the country code when creating a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link.

6. Should spaces or special characters be included in a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link?

No. A WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link should not contain spaces, brackets, or special characters.

7. What is an example of a WhatsApp Click-to-Chat link?

If your WhatsApp number is +1 123 456 7890, the Click-to-Chat link will be:

https://wa.me/11234567890

8. How can customers use a WhatsApp QR code?

Customers can scan the WhatsApp QR code using their phone camera or the WhatsApp scanner to instantly start a conversation with your business.

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