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Username Link
A shareable link (e.g. wa.me or an alternative) that opens a WhatsApp conversation from an @username.
The username link is the central way to share a WhatsApp contact without exposing a phone number. The official wa.me/username format doesn't open a conversation automatically yet (still rolling out), so this site generates a working alternative today, QR code included.
Last updated June 15, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Why doesn't wa.me/username open a chat yet?
WhatsApp is rolling out username-based links in phases; until it's live everywhere, use the generator on this site for a link that works now.
Can I use a username link and a phone link at the same time?
Yes — many people keep both, sharing the username link publicly and the phone link only with closer contacts.