How to create a wa.me link for your WhatsApp
Learn to create WhatsApp direct links with ready message for Instagram bio, website and business cards.
Updated in July 2026 · WhatsApp Direct Team
wa.me links allow anyone to start a conversation with you on WhatsApp with one click — without needing to save your number.
What is a wa.me link?
It's an official WhatsApp link in the format wa.me/YOURNUMBER that opens a direct conversation in the app.
How to create your link
- Get your number with country and area code (e.g.: 14155551234)
- Build the link: wa.me/14155551234
- To add a ready message: wa.me/14155551234?text=Hello!
Where to use
- Instagram and TikTok bio
- Facebook page description
- Email signature
- Business cards and flyers
- Printed QR Code
Use our Link Generator
To make it easier, use our tool that generates the link automatically and even creates a QR Code for you to print. Link Generator
Ready to try it out?
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