WhatsApp now lets you share your profile using a unique @username instead of your phone number. This is a big shift for how businesses connect with customers.

Think about it — no more publishing your personal phone number on flyers, websites, or social media. No more worrying about privacy or spam calls. Just a clean, professional @yourbusiness that clients can use to reach you instantly.

Why This Is a Game Changer for Rental Businesses

Privacy First
Your phone number stays private. Customers message you through your @username without ever seeing your personal digits. This is huge for solo entrepreneurs who use their personal number for business.

Professional Appearance
A @username like @SillasYMesasMx looks far more professional than sharing a 10-digit phone number. It builds trust and makes your business feel established.

Easy to Share Everywhere
Add your @username to:

Your Alquilame storefront
Business cards and flyers
Instagram and TikTok bios
Facebook page description
Email signatures
Physical signage at your warehouse or booth

No More “Wrong Number” Messages
When customers type your @username, they know exactly who they are messaging. No confusion, no mistyped digits.

How to Set Up Your WhatsApp Username

Follow these steps to claim your username right now:

Open WhatsApp on your phone.
Go to Settings (gear icon).
Tap your profile name at the top.
Look for the Username option (it should appear near your profile photo and name).
Tap it and choose your @username.
- Use your business name or something close to it.
- Keep it short and memorable.
- Only letters, numbers, and underscores are allowed.
Check availability — if it is taken, try adding your city or niche (e.g., @SillasGDL or @BikesCabo).
Confirm and save.

That is it. Your WhatsApp username is live. Share it everywhere.

Tips for Choosing the Perfect Username

Match your brand. If your business is “Sillas y Mesas MX”, grab @SillasYMesasMx or @SillasMx.
Keep it consistent. Use the same or similar username across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and WhatsApp so customers always find you.
Claim it now. Usernames are first-come, first-served. If someone else grabs your business name, you may not get it back.
Make it easy to spell. Avoid numbers that look like letters (e.g., @S1llas is confusing) and overly long names.

How This Works with Alquilame (Coming Soon)

Your Alquilame storefront already makes it easy for customers to contact you via WhatsApp. Soon you will be able to pair it with your new @username for an even cleaner experience:

Update your WhatsApp link in your Alquilame settings to use your @username-based link.
Add your @username to your storefront’s contact section.

Customers get the same one-click WhatsApp experience, but now with added privacy and professionalism.

The Clock Is Ticking

Usernames are limited. If you have been putting off claiming your WhatsApp username, do it today. The difference between @SillasMx and @SillasMx2026 is huge — and someone else might grab the first one while you wait.

Go to WhatsApp, claim your @username, and update your Alquilame storefront. Your future customers (and your privacy) will thank you.