Interactive cards work beautifully on both iPhone and Android, but only if they are shared correctly. The biggest problems people encounter are:
- broken link previews
- missing thumbnail images
- incorrect titles/descriptions
- links that don't open in the correct browser
This guide explains how to avoid all these issues and how to send your interactive cards perfectly every time.
1. Always test the link before sending
Before sharing your card with dozens of contacts, send it to yourself first. This lets you check:
- the thumbnail image appears
- the title looks clean
- the description is readable
- the device opens the card correctly
A clean preview increases the chance people will tap it.
2. Paste the link on a new line
WhatsApp, Messenger and Telegram often need the link to be alone on a single line to generate the preview correctly.
Example:
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https://interactivewish.com/christmas-card/
3. Use the native share menu on iPhone and Android
Both iOS and Android have a built-in “Share” button inside the browser. Using it usually produces the cleanest previews.
4. Wait 1–2 seconds before sending
Apps sometimes need a moment to fetch metadata (image, title, description). If the preview doesn’t load, delete and paste again.
5. If preview is broken, change browser
On iPhone, try Safari → Share → WhatsApp. On Android, try Chrome → Share → WhatsApp.
Each browser handles previews slightly differently.
6. Never send screenshots of the page
A screenshot destroys the interactive nature of the card. Always send the link — the whole point is the interaction.
7. Avoid “forwarding” the same preview too many times
Some apps cache previews. If an image changes (for example, you updated the card), share a fresh link as a new message instead of forwarding an old one.
By following these simple steps, your interactive cards will look clean and professional across both iPhone and Android — every time.