Direct WhatsApp Link: Create Your Link and a WhatsApp Button for Your Website for Free
Create a direct WhatsApp link with a pre-filled message, copy a WhatsApp button for your site, and see where to put it: Google Maps, Instagram, ads.
A direct WhatsApp link opens a chat with your number in one tap, without the customer saving the number. The format is wa.me/ followed by your number with the country code, without leading zeros or a + sign, and you can add a pre-filled message the customer sees already typed. Use the generator on this page to create the link and a button code for your website in seconds.
01Create your link now
The generator runs inside this page and does not store your number or message.
02The correct link format
| Case | Correct format | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi number | wa.me/9665XXXXXXXX | wa.me/05XXXXXXXX |
| Jordanian number | wa.me/9627XXXXXXXX | wa.me/+9627XXXXXXXX |
| With a pre-filled message | wa.me/9665…?text=Hello | Unencoded spaces in the message |
The generator above encodes the message automatically, so it displays correctly for the customer, including Arabic text.
03Where should you put your WhatsApp link?
- Your website and store: a floating button on every page.
- Your Google Maps profile: so nearby searchers can reach you directly.
- Your Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat bio: with a clear call to get in touch.
- Email signatures and invoices: "For inquiries, message us on WhatsApp".
- Ads and print materials: as a QR code that opens the link.
04Make the pre-filled message smart
A pre-filled message doesn't just save the customer from typing; it tells you where they came from. Write a different message for each placement: "Hi, I came from your website" for the site, and "Hi, I saw the offer ad" for the ad. In Modeer 360, the AI agent recognizes the message and starts the right reply straight away.
05After the tap: who replies?
The link brings in the conversation, but it's the reply that brings in the sale. If you put the button on your website and nobody replies for hours, the opportunity is lost. Turn on the AI agent to reply instantly, and route conversations to your team.
Key takeaways
- Link format: wa.me/ followed by the number with the country code, without zeros or +.
- Add a different pre-filled message for each source so you know where the customer came from.
- Place the link on your website, maps listing, bio and invoices.
- Have an instant reply ready so conversations aren't lost.
Frequently asked questions
Is a WhatsApp link free?
Yes, wa.me links are free and work with WhatsApp, the WhatsApp Business app and the WhatsApp Business API.
Does the customer need to save the number to open the link?
No, the link opens the chat directly without saving the number.
How do I turn the link into a QR code?
Use Modeer 360's free WhatsApp QR code generator: enter your number and message, and download a print-ready PNG or SVG for flyers and packaging.
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