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WhatsApp QR Code Generator

Give customers and contacts one scan to open a WhatsApp chat with your number. Add a prefilled message so they know what to say. Perfect for support, orders, and reservations.

Enter Your WhatsApp Details

International format without + or leading zeros. Include the country code.

This text appears in the chat box. The user still has to press send.

Used when you download. Extension is added automatically.

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Your QR code will appear here

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About WhatsApp QR Codes

A WhatsApp QR code stores a special URL that begins with https://wa.me/ followed by your number in international format. When someone scans it, WhatsApp opens with a chat to that number ready to go. If you added a message, it appears in the input box, ready for the user to review and send.

This removes the friction of asking someone to save your number first. The chat opens immediately, and the user can start typing or tap send on the prefilled message.

Common Uses

  • Customer support. Put a code on packaging, invoices, or a shop counter.
  • Order placements. Let customers send orders without leaving WhatsApp.
  • Restaurant reservations. Print the code on the menu or at the door.
  • Sales teams. Business cards that open a chat with a sales rep.
  • Event RSVPs. Let attendees confirm attendance through a chat.
  • Service follow-up. Attach a code to a delivery note for support questions.

Formatting the Number

WhatsApp QR codes need the phone number in international format. This means starting with the country code and no leading zero.

  • India: 91 followed by the 10-digit number. Example: 919876543210.
  • United States: 1 followed by the 10-digit number. Example: 14155551234.
  • United Kingdom: 44 followed by the number without the leading 0. Example: 447700900123.

Do not include a plus sign, spaces, dashes, or brackets. The QR code generator removes most non-digit characters automatically, but entering a clean number is best.

Tips for Reliable WhatsApp Codes

  • Test the code with a phone before printing. Scanning on screen takes seconds.
  • Keep the prefilled message short and clear. Very long messages make the QR pattern denser.
  • Use a business number rather than a personal one for public codes.
  • If the number changes often, print the code on a replaceable card rather than the packaging.
  • Consider enabling WhatsApp Business features such as greeting messages and away replies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What format should I use for the phone number?

Use international format without the plus sign or leading zeros. For example, 919876543210 for an Indian number. Include the country code.

Will the message be sent automatically?

No. The scan opens a WhatsApp chat with the message prefilled in the input box. The user still has to press send.

Does the recipient need to save my number?

No. wa.me links open a chat with any WhatsApp number, saved or not, as long as the number is registered on WhatsApp.

Is the WhatsApp QR code free?

Yes. No signup, no watermark, and no scan limit.

What happens if the user does not have WhatsApp installed?

The wa.me link redirects to WhatsApp Web or the WhatsApp download page, depending on the device. In most cases the user is guided to install or open WhatsApp.

Can I use this for WhatsApp Business?

Yes. WhatsApp Business uses the same wa.me format, so the same code works. The greeting and away messages set on your Business account will appear when the chat opens.