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Sometimes you just need to send someone a quick messageâno need to clutter your contact list for a one-time chat.
Whether youâre reaching out to a delivery driver, seller, or service provider, WhatsApp doesnât require you to save a number to message it. You just need to know the trick.
Hereâs how to send WhatsApp messages without saving a numberâon Android, iPhone, or even your computer.
â The Fastest Method: Use WhatsAppâs Click-to-Chat Link
WhatsApp has an official âclick to chatâ feature that lets you start a chat with any number, as long as itâs on WhatsApp.
Step-by-Step:
- Open your browser (Chrome, Safari, etc.)
- In the address bar, type this: arduinoCopyEdit
https://wa.me/<number>Â ReplaceÂ<number>Â with the full phone number in international format.
Example: arduinoCopyEdithttps://wa.me/15551234567Â (Thatâs +1 for the US, followed by the number.) - Hit enter. Youâll see a green âContinue to Chatâ button.
- Tap it, and WhatsApp opens with that number ready to chat.
Notes:
- No dashes, brackets, or symbolsâjust country code and number.
- The number must be registered on WhatsApp.
đ§ Bonus: Create a Shortcut for Frequent Use
If you use this trick often, create a bookmark with this format:
arduinoCopyEdithttps://wa.me/
Then, when needed, just add the number at the end before hitting enter.
đ± Android: Use a Third-Party Shortcut App
If typing URLs feels like a hassle, there are lightweight Android apps that simplify this:
Popular options:
- Click to Chat [small, no ads]
- Easy Message
- Direct Message for WhatsApp
How They Work:
- Open the app.
- Type the number (with country code).
- Tap âStart Chatâ â it opens WhatsApp directly.
These apps donât access your contacts or messages. Theyâre just wrappers for the click-to-chat method.
đ± iPhone: Use Siri Shortcuts (Optional)
On iOS, you can create a custom Siri Shortcut to automate this.
Simple Shortcut Method:
- Open the Shortcuts app.
- Tap + â Add Action.
- Choose URL â enter: arduinoCopyEdit
https://wa.me/PHONE (Replace âPHONEâ with a prompt or placeholder.) - Add Open URL as the next action.
- Save and name your shortcut (e.g., âQuick WhatsAppâ).
Now you can run it and enter any number when prompted.
đ» Desktop: Use the Same Link on WhatsApp Web
If youâre at your computer and want to message someone via WhatsApp Web:
- Go to: arduinoCopyEdit
https://wa.me/15551234567 - It will redirect you to WhatsApp Web with that number opened.
- Hit enter and start chatting.
No software required. Just a browser.
đ Why This Matters
- Saves time: No more adding and deleting one-time contacts.
- Keeps your contact list clean.
- Ideal for business, quick responses, or privacy-conscious users.
â ïž Final Tips
- Always double-check the number before hitting send.
- If it says âPhone number shared via URL is invalid,â make sure:
- Youâve included the full international format.
- The person is on WhatsApp.