How do I add a WhatsApp button to Tilda?

How do I add a WhatsApp button to Tilda - briefly?

To add a WhatsApp button to your Tilda website, follow these steps:

1. Go to the "Block Library" and search for the "WhatsApp Button" block.
2. Drag the block onto your page where you want the button to appear, and customize it as needed.

How do I add a WhatsApp button to Tilda - in detail?

Adding a WhatsApp button to your Tilda website can significantly enhance user engagement and communication. Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide on how to achieve this:

1. Access Your Tilda Account: Log in to your Tilda account and navigate to the project where you want to add the WhatsApp button.
2. Open the Editor: Once inside your project, click on the "Edit" button to open the Tilda editor. This is where you will customize your website’s design and functionality.
3. Add a New Element: In the left-hand sidebar of the editor, you'll find various elements that can be added to your page. Scroll down until you see the "Button" element. Click on it to add a button to your page.
4. Position the Button: Drag and drop the button onto the desired location on your webpage. You can adjust its position by clicking and dragging it around the canvas.
5. Customize the Button Appearance: With the button selected, you will see customization options in the right-hand sidebar. Here, you can change the text, color, font size, and other visual aspects of the button to match your website’s design. For example, set the text to "Chat with Us on WhatsApp" or simply "WhatsApp".
6. Add the Link: To make the button functional, click on the "Link" tab in the right-hand sidebar. In the URL field, enter the following link format: https://wa.me/YOURPHONENUMBER. Replace YOURPHONENUMBER with your actual WhatsApp number, including the country code but without any leading zeros, plus signs, or hyphens. For example, if your number is +1 234-567-890, you should enter it as https://wa.me/1234567890.
7. Set the Link Target: Ensure that the link opens in a new tab by selecting "New Tab" from the target options. This keeps your website open while users are engaging with WhatsApp.
8. Save and Preview: After setting up the button, click on the "Save" button at the top of the editor. Then, preview your changes to ensure that everything looks and functions as expected.
9. Publish Your Changes: Once you are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the WhatsApp button, publish your changes to make them live on your website. Click on the "Publish" button at the top of the editor and follow the prompts.

By following these steps, you will have successfully added a functional WhatsApp button to your Tilda website, allowing visitors to easily initiate conversations with you via WhatsApp.