How to Create a WhatsApp Link With Message

A WhatsApp link with message lets people open a chat with you and start with a pre-written text already filled in.

That is useful when you want cleaner lead quality, faster replies, and less friction.

Instead of opening with a blank chat, the person can start with something like:

• Hi, I want pricing
• Hi, I want to book a demo
• Hi, is this item still available?

Here is exactly how to create one.

The basic format

The standard format is:

https://wa.me/COUNTRYCODEPHONENUMBER?text=YOURMESSAGE

Example:

https://wa.me/573001234567?text=Hi%20I%20want%20to%20book%20a%20demo

To make it work:

• include country code
• remove spaces and symbols from the number
• URL-encode the message

If you want the full syntax breakdown, read wa.me link format.

Method 1: Create it manually with wa.me

This is the fastest manual method.

Step 1: format your phone number

Your number must contain only digits.

Example:

+57 300 123 4567

Becomes:

573001234567

Step 2: write the message

Example message:

Hi, I want pricing for your premium plan

Step 3: encode the message

That message becomes:

Hi%2C%20I%20want%20pricing%20for%20your%20premium%20plan

Step 4: combine both parts

Final result:

https://wa.me/573001234567?text=Hi%2C%20I%20want%20pricing%20for%20your%20premium%20plan

That link opens a WhatsApp chat with the message ready to send.

Method 2: Use WhatsApp Business short link

If you use WhatsApp Business, you can set a short link and pre-filled message inside the app.

Steps:

1. Open WhatsApp Business
2. Go to Settings
3. Open Business Tools
4. Tap Short Link
5. Set your default message
6. Copy and share the link

This is easier than manual formatting, but limited.

Pros

• Built into WhatsApp Business
• Easy for one main contact link

Cons

• Only one main short link
• No click tracking
• No separate links for different campaigns

Method 3: Use a WhatsApp link generator

If you want the easiest workflow, use a generator like mssg.to.

Steps:

1. Go to mssg.to
2. Enter your WhatsApp number
3. Enter the message people should start with
4. Create the link
5. Copy the short URL or QR code

This avoids encoding errors and gives you a cleaner link.

You can also read the broader guide on how to create a WhatsApp link.

Best message examples

Good pre-filled messages are clear and specific.

Better examples:

• Hi, I found you on Instagram and want pricing
• Hi, I want to book a table for tonight
• Hi, I have a question about your Pro plan
• Hi, is this apartment still available?

Weak examples:

• Hi
• Hello
• Info

The more context the message gives, the better the conversation starts.

Common mistakes

Forgetting to encode spaces

Wrong:

https://wa.me/573001234567?text=Hi I want pricing

Right:

https://wa.me/573001234567?text=Hi%20I%20want%20pricing

Leaving symbols in the number

Wrong:

https://wa.me/+57-300-123-4567?text=Hi

Right:

https://wa.me/573001234567?text=Hi

Using the same message everywhere

Different channels often need different prompts.

Examples:

• Instagram bio: Hi, I came from Instagram
• Pricing page: Hi, I want pricing
• Property listing: Hi, is this property available?

If you need different message links for different campaigns, a generator is the better route.

When to use a generator instead of wa.me

Use a generator if you want:

• shorter links
• QR codes
• multiple links with different messages
• easier editing
• click analytics

That is why many businesses move from raw wa.me links to tools like mssg.to.

If you want to compare tools, see best WhatsApp link generators.

Final answer

To create a WhatsApp link with message, use:

https://wa.me/COUNTRYCODEPHONENUMBER?text=YOURMESSAGE

If you want the fastest and least error-prone option, use a WhatsApp link generator instead of building the URL manually.

Related guides

• How to Create a WhatsApp Link
• wa.me Link Format
• Best WhatsApp Link Generators