Create a WhatsApp link: To create a WhatsApp link, use https://wa.me/ followed by the full phone number in international format, then add ?text= and your encoded message.
A WhatsApp link lets visitors start a chat with you in one tap, with no need to save your number. It works on websites, social profiles and business cards.
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The link format
https://wa.me/923001234567?text=Hello%20I%20have%20a%20question
- Number: country code and number, digits only. No plus sign, spaces or dashes, and no leading zeros.
- Text (optional): your first message, with spaces and symbols URL-encoded.
Make one instantly with our free WhatsApp link generator. It encodes the message for you.
Examples
| Pakistan number 0300 1234567 | 923001234567 |
|---|---|
| UK number 07700 900123 | 447700900123 |
| US number (555) 123-4567 | 15551234567 |
Where to use the link
- A “Chat with us” button on your website
- The link field of your Facebook page or Instagram bio
- Email signatures and business cards
- A QR code. Make one with our QR code generator
Tips
- Keep the pre-filled message short and polite.
- Test the link on your phone before you share it.
- Use a business number you are happy to make public.
- Track clicks by adding UTM tags to the page that holds the button. See UTM parameters explained.
Common problems
- The chat does not open: remove spaces and the plus sign.
- The message looks broken: special characters were not encoded.
- Wrong country: the country code is missing.
Create a WhatsApp link: frequently asked questions
Does the other person need my number saved?
No. The link opens the chat directly.
Can I use it for free?
Yes. The wa.me link format is free to use.
Is it safe to share my number?
Anyone with the link can message you, so use a number you are comfortable sharing.
