QlynkWhy does a Waze link open in the browser?
Waze navigation links contain coordinates and parameters, which makes them long and fragile in a message. Opened in a phone browser, a waze.com/ul link shows a web page that invites the visitor to install the app, when the driver just wants to get going.
How to do it with Qlynk
- In Waze, share the destination and copy the waze.com/ul link.
- Paste it into Qlynk. With Pro, you can choose the end of the link.
- Share the short link or its QR code: on a phone, Waze opens.
On iPhone, Qlynk sends the original Waze address: iOS opens the app if it’s installed, with no error message. On Android, the link opens the app, or the web page if the app isn’t installed. On a computer, the page opens as usual.
When is it useful?
- Giving directions to your workshop or pickup warehouse
- Attaching an arrival link to a delivery or appointment email
- Showing a “Come by car” QR code on a contact page
- Offering a clear meeting point to a team on the road
Which Waze links open the app?
| Link type | Example address |
|---|---|
| Navigation to a destination | https://waze.com/ul?ll=40.7128,-74.0060&navigate=yes |
| Live map | https://www.waze.com/live-map |
Paste any of these addresses into Qlynk: the short link you get will open Waze on phones.
Frequently asked questions
Can I build the link myself from coordinates?
Yes, a waze.com/ul address with destination parameters is recognized. Test it on your phone before you print it.
Are Waze and Google Maps interchangeable with Qlynk?
No, they are two separate apps. You can create a short link for each one.
What happens without Waze?
The visitor lands on the original web page.