How to create a WhatsApp link with a username
A WhatsApp username link opens a chat with your username instead of your phone number. People can tap it, or scan its QR code, and start a conversation without ever seeing your number.
The address looks like https://api.whatsapp.com/send?username=yourname&type=username. Whatslynk builds it for you and also gives you a short link and a QR code, but it helps to know how the pieces fit.
What to know
Step by step
- 1
Set your username in WhatsApp
Open Settings, tap your profile and choose a username.
- 2
Write the address, or let Whatslynk do it
In the generator choose Chat, then Use a username instead, and type your username with or without the @.
- 3
Add a message if you want one
Write it as normal text. Whatslynk encodes it for you.
- 4
Test it
Open the link on a phone and on a computer, and check that the right profile opens before you share it.
Where to use it
On a website
Use the link behind a contact button.
On a social profile
Use the short link in the bio or website field.
On paper
Turn the link into a QR code for flyers, menus and cards.
Common questions
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