How to Message on WhatsApp Without Saving Contact

WhatsApp has become an integral part of our lives. We connect with our friends and family on a daily basis. We enjoy sending funny messages, videos and what not to our friends. 

Sometimes, however we want to have a quick conversation with somebody. And, let's face it! we do not want to save their number yet.

For example, you have placed an order on BigBasket and are awaiting delivery. The delivery person asks you to send whatsapp location of your house. You want to send the whatsapp location to him but don't want to save his number.

So, how do I send a whatsapp message to a person without saving their contact number?

In this article, we will guide you through the process of messaging someone on WhatsApp without saving their contact information. We have come up with 3 ways of doing it. You can choose the one that you are comfortable with

Let's dive in!

Method 1:

Use WhatsApp's 'Click to Chat' Feature:

WhatsApp offers a unique feature called 'Click to Chat,' allowing you to initiate a conversation with someone without adding their number to your contacts.

Here's how you can do it:

• Open your preferred web browser and enter the following URL: "https://wa.me/phonenumber" (replace 'phonenumber' with the recipient's phone number, including the country code but excluding any special characters or spaces).
• Hit 'Enter' or click on the search button to load the URL.
• WhatsApp's chat window for the specified number will open, allowing you to start messaging them directly.

 

Method 2:

Use a Virtual Phone Number:

Another effective way to message someone on WhatsApp without saving their number is by using a virtual phone number. Numerous online services provide temporary or disposable phone numbers that you can use for this purpose.

Follow these steps:

• Search for a reliable virtual phone number provider online. Some popular options include TextNow, Google Voice, and Hushed.
• Sign up for an account on the chosen platform and acquire a temporary phone number.
• Install WhatsApp on your device (if you haven't already) and go through the verification process using the virtual phone number.
• Once your WhatsApp account is set up, you can send messages to any number, including those not saved in your contacts.

Method 3:

Use WhatsApp's 'Share' Feature:

If you already have the recipient's number, but don't want to save it permanently, you can utilize WhatsApp's 'Share' feature to start a conversation.

Here's how:

• Open the contact information of the person you want to message in your phone's contacts or any other app that displays their phone number.
• Locate and tap on the WhatsApp icon or option within the contact information.
• WhatsApp will open with the selected number in the recipient field. You can now send a message without saving the contact to your phonebook.