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WhatsApp Link Generator
Create a wa.me click-to-chat link in seconds, or use the same phone and message format for whatsapp://send?phone deep links. Add a pre-filled message so customers land in a conversation ready to go.
Quick answer
How do I create a wa.me or whatsapp://send?phone link?
Use https://wa.me/ followed by the country code and phone number, with no plus sign, spaces, dashes, or brackets. Add a pre-filled message with ?text=; this generator formats and encodes it for you.
For most websites, ads, bios, and QR codes, use the wa.me link. The whatsapp://send?phone= format is a deep link for devices that already have WhatsApp installed, so it is less reliable as a public link.
1. Choose country
Start with the full country code, such as +1 or +971.
2. Enter digits
Paste the local number without punctuation or leading zeroes.
3. Copy the link
Use it in ads, bios, QR codes, email signatures, or buttons.
Digits only · no spaces, dashes, or brackets
Pre-populates the customer's message box when they tap your link
Enter a phone number above to generate your link
Where to use your WhatsApp link
Instagram bio
Paste in Edit Profile > Links. Every follower can start a WhatsApp chat with one tap.
Website button
Add a "Chat on WhatsApp" button to your site. Works on both mobile and desktop.
Email signature
One-click contact for anyone reading your emails · no need to search for your number.
QR code
Turn the link into a QR code for packaging, receipts, or in-store signage.
Frequently asked questions
What is a WhatsApp link (wa.me link)?
A wa.me link is a click-to-chat URL that opens a WhatsApp conversation with a specific phone number. On mobile it opens WhatsApp directly. On desktop it opens WhatsApp Web. You can include a pre-filled message so the conversation starts with context.
Should I use wa.me or whatsapp://send?phone?
Use wa.me for public links on websites, Instagram bios, ads, QR codes, and email signatures. Use whatsapp://send?phone only when you specifically need an app deep link, because it depends more on the visitor's device and installed apps.
Do I need WhatsApp Business to use this link?
No. The wa.me link works with both the regular WhatsApp app and WhatsApp Business. It simply opens a chat with the phone number you specify.
Why should I add a pre-filled message?
Pre-filled messages reduce friction. Instead of a blank chat, the customer sees a ready-to-send message with context. This improves the conversion rate from link taps to actual conversations.
How do I add the link to my Instagram bio?
Copy the link above. Go to Edit Profile on Instagram. Paste it in the Website or Links field. Save. Visitors can now tap it to open a WhatsApp chat with you.
How do I generate a WhatsApp group link?
Group invite links are created inside WhatsApp, not by a generator: open the group, tap the group name, choose Invite via link, and copy it. A wa.me link generator like this one creates direct-chat links to a phone number, which is what businesses use for customer conversations.
Is this the same as the WhatsApp Business API?
No. A wa.me link just opens a chat. The WhatsApp Business API is a separate product for multi-agent inboxes, automated replies, and broadcasts at scale.
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