# WhatsApp QR Code Generator - Complete Guide

> Generate QR codes that open WhatsApp chat. Perfect for print materials, stores, and offline marketing.

Source: https://edesy.in/docs/tools/whatsapp-tools/whatsapp-qr-code

Create QR codes that open WhatsApp conversations when scanned.

## How to Use

### Step 1: Enter Details

- Phone number with country code
- Optional: Pre-filled message

### Step 2: Customize (Optional)

- Choose colors
- Add logo
- Select size

### Step 3: Download

- Download as PNG or SVG
- Print at desired size

## Where to Use

### In-Store

- Counter displays
- Product tags
- Window stickers
- Receipt prints

### Print Materials

- Business cards
- Brochures
- Flyers
- Posters

### Packaging

- Product boxes
- Shipping labels
- Thank you cards
- User manuals

### Events

- Event badges
- Booth displays
- Presentation slides
- Conference materials

## Design Tips

### Size Guidelines

| Use Case | Minimum Size |
|----------|-------------|
| Business card | 2 x 2 cm |
| Flyer/Poster | 3 x 3 cm |
| Banner | 5 x 5 cm |

### Color Contrast

- Use high contrast colors
- Dark foreground, light background
- Test before printing

### Logo Placement

- Keep logo small (max 30% of QR)
- Center placement
- Test scannability

## Best Practices

### Always Test

- Scan with multiple phones
- Test from different distances
- Verify message appears correctly

### Add Context

- Include text explaining the QR code
- "Scan to chat with us on WhatsApp"
- Show WhatsApp icon nearby

### Track Performance

- Use different numbers for different locations
- Monitor which placements work best

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