How a wa.me link works
The wa.me format creates a compact WhatsApp click-to-chat URL. The path contains the destination number in international format.
When a visitor opens the URL on a compatible device, WhatsApp can launch the chat directly.
Add a prefilled WhatsApp message
You can attach text to the URL so the compose field is already filled when the chat opens. The message must be URL-encoded so spaces, punctuation and line breaks are transmitted correctly.
A prefilled message is useful for identifying the campaign, product or reason for contact.
Track and rotate wa.me destinations
If you publish the raw wa.me URL, changing the phone number later means replacing the link everywhere.
With LinkRotator, the public short link stays the same while the destination numbers can be edited in the dashboard.
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Frequently asked questions
Is wa.me the same as a WhatsApp link?
Yes. wa.me is a commonly used WhatsApp click-to-chat URL format.
Should the phone number include the plus sign?
The wa.me path should use digits in international format without formatting characters.
Can I rotate multiple wa.me links?
Yes. LinkRotator can keep several WhatsApp numbers or URLs behind one public redirect link.