Locksmith WhatsApp Alerts for Emergency Lockouts
Locked-out customers don’t wait — they message multiple locksmiths and book whoever replies first. Web2Phone sends your website enquiries to WhatsApp + email so you can respond fast, even when you’re on a job or in the van.
Customers don’t need WhatsApp — they fill out your normal website form. WhatsApp is for you (and your on-call team) to receive alerts instantly.
Free plan: 25 emails + 3 WhatsApp • Upgrade anytime • Cancel anytime
Why email is too slow for emergency lockouts
Your website form works — but “email-only” delivery slows down your first response. When someone’s locked out and stressed, they book the locksmith who replies first.
Customers are under pressure
Locked out at night, in the rain, with kids inside — they want a fast answer and a clear ETA.
You’re not at a desk
You’re driving, on-site, or on-call. You might not check email for hours — WhatsApp pings immediately.
Speed wins jobs
The fastest reply usually gets the booking. Slow responses leak revenue to competitors.
The simple fix
Deliver form submissions to WhatsApp so you can reply in minutes — with email as a backup record.
What Web2Phone does
Keep your existing website form. Web2Phone connects it to WhatsApp so every lockout enquiry triggers an alert on your phone.
- Fast WhatsApp alerts so you can respond before competitors
- Email backup so you keep a searchable record
- No-code setup — works with WordPress, Wix, Webflow, Squarespace, and HTML
- Spam controls — allowed domains + rate limiting (and optional reCAPTCHA)
Example WhatsApp alert
🔐 New Lockout Enquiry Name: Example Customer Phone: 07700 900456 Email: [email protected] Message: “Locked out. Can you help tonight? Emergency callout ok.”
Use case: call back immediately, confirm price + ETA, and secure the job.
Lockout scenarios where fast replies matter
Late-night lockout
Customer needs help now, not tomorrow.
- Without WhatsApp alerts: enquiry sits in email; customer books someone else
- With Web2Phone: you respond quickly with price + ETA
Broken lock / security risk
Door won’t lock — customer is anxious.
- Without WhatsApp alerts: slow response means they find another locksmith
- With Web2Phone: you confirm availability and win the booking
Lost keys
Customer wants a clear plan and time slot.
- Without WhatsApp alerts: you reply late and miss the job
- With Web2Phone: you reply quickly and lock in the appointment
Commercial lockout
Business needs to open on time.
- Without WhatsApp alerts: they go with whoever answers first
- With Web2Phone: you call back fast and win repeat business
Set up WhatsApp alerts in 3 steps
- Create your form in the Web2Phone dashboard. Enable WhatsApp delivery and add your WhatsApp number.
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Add your website hostname to Allowed Domains (hostname only — no
https://, nowww, no paths). - Embed the snippet on your website and submit a test enquiry.
Allowed Domains must match exactly
If your hostname doesn’t match what the browser is using, submissions will be blocked. If you’re stuck, use the Troubleshooting guide.
Why mobile locksmiths use Web2Phone
Built for urgent enquiries
WhatsApp alerts are hard to miss — perfect for emergency callouts and time-sensitive jobs.
Email backup
Keep a searchable record for quotes, invoices, and team coordination.
Spam controls
Allowed domains + rate limiting help stop junk submissions hitting your phone.
Works with any website
WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, Webflow, custom HTML — if you have a form, you can connect it.
Free plan available
Start with 3 WhatsApp alerts + 25 emails/month. Upgrade only when you need higher volume.
Built for real-world lockouts
You’re mobile and busy — WhatsApp delivery fits how locksmith work actually happens.
ROI: one job can cover the subscription
Many locksmiths price emergency callouts at £80–£150+. Web2Phone Starter is £7.99/month.
Illustrative example
If faster replies win even one extra booking occasionally, Web2Phone tends to pay for itself. (Results vary by area, pricing, and availability.)
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Stop losing lockout jobs. Respond faster.
Set up Web2Phone and start receiving locksmith enquiries on WhatsApp. Free plan available — no credit card required.
Free plan: 3 WhatsApp alerts + 25 emails/month