WhatsApp QR Code Generator
Enter a wa.me link with your phone number and optional pre-filled message below. Customize colors and style, then download your WhatsApp QR code.
PNG, JPG, or WebP. Logo is embedded in the center of the QR code. Use High error correction for best results.
Your WhatsApp QR code will appear here
Enter your wa.me link and click "Generate"
What is a WhatsApp QR Code?
The fastest way to start a WhatsApp conversation without exchanging phone numbers manually.
A WhatsApp QR code encodes a wa.me link — WhatsApp’s official click-to-chat URL
format — into a scannable pattern that any smartphone camera can read. The link contains your phone
number (with international country code) and an optional pre-filled message. When someone scans the code,
WhatsApp opens directly to a chat with you, message already typed and ready to send. The person scanning
does not need to have your number saved in their contacts.
Under the hood the URL looks like https://wa.me/1234567890?text=Hello%20there. QRMint builds
this link for you automatically, wraps it in a fully customisable QR image, and lets you download it as PNG
or SVG at up to 2048×2048 px — sharp enough for business cards, product packaging, event
banners, and digital screens alike.
You can also use our free REST API to generate WhatsApp QR codes programmatically. A single GET request is all it takes, making it easy to create dynamic QR codes for CRM integrations, automated marketing campaigns, or multi-agent customer support flows. No API key is ever required.
When to Use a WhatsApp QR Code
Anywhere you want to turn a scan into an instant conversation — no phone number typing, no contact saving.
E-commerce & Retail
Print a WhatsApp QR code on product packaging, receipts, or shelf tags so customers can instantly reach your support team. Got a question about sizing, returns, or availability? One scan opens a chat with a pre-filled message like “Hi, I have a question about order #” — reducing friction and increasing customer satisfaction.
Small Businesses
Place a WhatsApp QR code on your storefront window, printed menu, or flyer so walk-in customers and passersby can send you a message in seconds. Accept order inquiries, reservation requests, or product questions without a dedicated phone line. Pair it with the “Scan Me” frame template for a professional, attention-grabbing look.
Business Cards
Add a WhatsApp QR code to your business card that opens a chat instead of just showing a phone number. The recipient scans, taps send, and you are connected on WhatsApp — the channel people actually use daily. Include a pre-filled intro message so you know exactly which card generated the lead.
Events & Promotions
Print WhatsApp QR codes on event materials — posters, badges, stage screens — so attendees can RSVP, request information, or join a broadcast list with a single scan. Perfect for conferences, product launches, and trade shows where you want to capture leads without paper forms.
Service Providers
Display a WhatsApp QR code in waiting rooms, on appointment reminder cards, or at reception desks. Patients and clients can schedule follow-ups, confirm appointments, or ask questions via WhatsApp instead of waiting on hold. Ideal for clinics, salons, repair shops, and consultancies.
How to Create a WhatsApp QR Code
Three steps. Under a minute. No account needed.
1. Build Your WhatsApp Link
Enter your phone number with the international country code (e.g. +1 for US, +44
for UK) and an optional pre-filled message. The generator creates a wa.me link automatically.
The person scanning does not need to have your number saved — WhatsApp opens the chat directly.
2. Customise the Design
Pick colours that match your brand, choose a module shape, and optionally apply a frame template like “Scan Me” for extra context. Upload your logo or the WhatsApp icon to embed it in the centre of the code. Save your style as a reusable preset for consistent branding.
3. Download & Share
Download as PNG (ideal for digital screens and standard print) or SVG (infinitely scalable for large-format banners and signage). Add to your business card, product packaging, storefront display, or social media posts and start receiving WhatsApp messages instantly.
Why Use QRMint for WhatsApp QR Codes
The most capable free WhatsApp QR code generator. No limits, no account, no catch.
Fully Custom Styling
Choose from four module shapes, four eye shapes, and unlimited foreground and background colour combinations including linear and radial gradients. Your WhatsApp QR code looks like your brand, not a generic black square.
Chat Frame Template
Apply the “Scan Me” frame or customise the text to say “SCAN TO CHAT” or “MESSAGE US ON WHATSAPP”. The frame adds a professional label beneath the QR pattern that tells people exactly what to expect when they scan.
Logo Embedding
Upload the WhatsApp icon, your brand logo, or any image (PNG, JPG, WebP) and it will be centred inside the QR code. Use High error correction to keep the code scannable. Ideal for branded materials where recognition matters.
Print-Quality Output
Export up to 2048×2048 px PNG or infinite-resolution SVG. Your WhatsApp QR code stays crisp on everything from a business card to a 3-metre event banner.
WhatsApp QR Code FAQ
How do I create a WhatsApp QR code?
Enter a wa.me link into the generator above. The format is
https://wa.me/<phone>?text=<message> where <phone> is your
full international number without the plus sign (e.g. 1234567890 for a US number) and
<message> is an optional URL-encoded greeting. Choose your colours, module style,
and frame, then click Generate. Download the result as PNG or SVG and print or share it anywhere.
Can I include a pre-filled message in the QR code?
Yes. Append ?text=Your+message+here to the wa.me link. When someone scans
the QR code, WhatsApp opens with that message already typed in the input field. The recipient can review
it and tap send. This is perfect for support inquiries, order references, or lead capture where you want
context from the first message.
Does the recipient need to have my number saved?
No. That is the main advantage of a wa.me link over a regular phone number. When someone
scans the QR code, WhatsApp opens a new chat with your number regardless of whether it is in their
contacts. This makes it ideal for customer-facing scenarios where people encounter your business for
the first time.
Will the QR code work with WhatsApp Business?
Yes. The wa.me URL format works identically with both the regular WhatsApp app and
WhatsApp Business. If the phone number is registered with WhatsApp Business, the scanner will see your
business profile, catalogue, and quick replies. There is no difference in how you generate the QR
code — the link format is the same.
Can I use the WhatsApp QR code on printed materials?
Absolutely. Download the QR code as SVG for infinite scalability or as PNG at up to 2048×2048 pixels for high-resolution print. The code works perfectly on business cards, product packaging, flyers, posters, banners, and any other physical medium. Just make sure the printed size is at least 2×2 cm for reliable scanning from a normal distance.
Need other QR code types? QRMint also generates URL, vCard, Email, Phone, SMS, WiFi, Event, Payment, and Location QR codes — all free, no signup, with the same full styling options.