WhatsApp QR Code Generator
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What is a WhatsApp QR code?
A WhatsApp QR code opens a chat with a specific phone number the moment it is scanned. You can even prefill a message, so the person scanning starts the conversation with the exact words you want — "Hi, I'd like to book a table" or "I saw your flyer."
It builds a wa.me link that works on both iPhone and Android, launching the WhatsApp app (or web version) ready to send. The number and message are encoded into a static image, so nothing is stored on a server and the code never expires.
How to create one
- 1Select WhatsApp
Click the WhatsApp tile to open the number and message fields.
- 2Enter the phone number
Include the country code, for example +1 for the US or +44 for the UK. No spaces or dashes are needed.
- 3Add a prefilled message
Optionally write the message people will send when they open the chat.
- 4Customize
Tweak colors or add a WhatsApp-style logo so people instantly know what to expect.
- 5Download
Export PNG for print or SVG for crisp scaling on signs and screens.
When to use it
Let customers message you directly from a receipt, package, or desk sign without saving your number first.
Add the code to flyers so prospects start a chat with a ready-made inquiry message.
Put it on a business card so new contacts open a chat instantly.
Let guests scan to ask a question or reserve a spot via WhatsApp.
Printing and scanning tips
- Always include the country code — without it, the link may fail for international scanners.
- Keep the prefilled message short; long messages make a denser code.
- Test by scanning with your own phone to confirm the chat opens with the right number and message.
- Print at least 2 × 2 cm with a clear white quiet zone.
- A small WhatsApp logo in the center helps people recognize the code's purpose at a glance.
Frequently asked questions
Does the person scanning need my number saved?
No. The wa.me link opens a chat with your number directly, even if it is not in their contacts.
Can I prefill the message they send?
Yes. Fill in the "Prefilled message" field and it appears ready to send when the chat opens.
Will it work without WhatsApp installed?
If WhatsApp is not installed, the link opens WhatsApp Web in the browser. For the best experience, most users have the app.
Do I need a business account?
No. The code works with any WhatsApp number, personal or business.
Can people see my number?
Yes — the number is encoded in the code, which is how the chat opens. Only share it where you are comfortable being contacted.
Does the code expire?
No. As long as your WhatsApp number stays active, the code keeps opening a chat forever.