How do you use the code in your business?
- Choose the country and enter an active business WhatsApp number, with a short starter message if needed.
- Generate the code and check the displayed wa.me link. Open it yourself to verify the number and message.
- Download PNG as an image, or SVG for design and print. Keep the code black on white and preserve the white space around it.
- Scan the final copy, then place it on your counter, receipt or branch poster with a label explaining that it opens your business WhatsApp.
Questions owners ask
Does scanning the code send the message automatically?
No. The code contains a wa.me link that opens a chat. A starter message appears in the text box, and the customer decides whether to send or edit it.
Does the code expire?
The downloaded file is static and we do not add an expiry date. Its destination depends on the WhatsApp number remaining active and WhatsApp supporting the link; changing the number or message requires a new code and updated printed copies.
Can I use a different code for each branch?
Yes. Use the branch number or add its name to the starter message. This is not scan tracking: customers can edit the message, and the tool does not record scans.
Does scanning the code count as marketing opt-in?
Do not rely on a scan alone as marketing consent. Collect opt-in in a way Meta accepts, such as a website form, SMS, a phone menu or in person, clearly naming your business and explaining that the person is opting in.
Does the tool check whether the number uses WhatsApp?
No. The tool checks number format for the listed countries without verifying the account. Open the link and scan the code before printing; your staff still confirm booking requests and prices.