WhatsApp QR Code Generator

Create a WhatsApp click-to-chat QR code for shop counters, visiting cards and packaging. Add a pre-filled message, pick a colour and download PNG or SVG.

Generators & ScannersProcessed locallyNo account needed

Country

WhatsApp number

Pre-filled message (optional)

The person scanning can edit this before sending.

QR colour

Enter a valid mobile number (8 to 15 digits including the country code).

The QR code is drawn in your browser. Your number is not sent anywhere.

Enter a number to see your WhatsApp QR code

How to use WhatsApp QR Code Generator

Simple steps to get your task done in seconds

Enter your number

Choose the country code and type your WhatsApp number.

Add a message

Optional text that appears ready to send when someone scans.

Download

Save the QR as PNG for sharing or SVG for sharp printing.

How WhatsApp Click-to-Chat QR Codes Work

ZapPebble generates standardized WhatsApp Click-to-Chat QR codes adhering to Meta's official wa.me protocol. When scanned by any smartphone camera, the QR code immediately opens the WhatsApp mobile or desktop app directly into a new chat with your specified phone number and pre-filled greeting message—without requiring customers to save your number to their personal phonebook first.

Feature	Specification	Implementation Details
Deep Link Protocol	https://wa.me/<digits>?text=...	Official cross-platform URI standard supported natively by iOS and Android.
Number Normalization	Automated Country Code Prefixing	Strips local leading zeros, dashes, and spaces to format pure international E.164 digits.
Export Formats	720×720 px PNG & Vector SVG	SVG provides infinite scalability for vinyl shopfronts, vehicle decals, and billboards.

Practical Example: Storefront Counter Sign for Customer Inquiries

Business Configuration

A boutique bakery in London wants a counter stand where visitors can scan a QR code to place custom cake orders via WhatsApp.

Settings: Country = UK (+44) · Number = 7911 123456 · Pre-filled message = "Hi! I would like to inquire about a custom cake order."

Customer Experience When Scanned

Customer points their iPhone or Android camera at the table tent sign.
WhatsApp launches immediately with the chat window open to the bakery.
The inquiry message is already in the text box—the customer simply taps Send.

Important Formatting Rules & Troubleshooting

Registered WhatsApp Number

The phone number must be currently registered with WhatsApp (personal or WhatsApp Business). WhatsApp will show a "Phone number does not exist on WhatsApp" warning if the account is unregistered.

Testing Before Printing

Always click the "Test Link" button or scan the on-screen preview with your own phone before sending QR artwork to a print shop.

Static & Private

This is a permanent static QR code. It never expires and does not route through third-party redirect trackers. Your phone number and messages are never stored on any server.

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