Floating Chat Channel Button
This plugin allows you to add a customizable floating channel button to your WordPress site that links to your preferred communication channel. See live demo here: Tutorials by Nitin
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Floating Chat Channel Button shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 37/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Floating Chat Channel Button stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| channel button | #100 |
| channel link | >100 |
| floating button | >100 |
| floating channel button | #56 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
About Floating Chat Channel Button
From the official readme · v1.0Description
This plugin allows you to add a customizable floating channel button to your WordPress site that links to your preferred communication channel.
See live demo here: Tutorials by Nitin
Features:
– Supports any public channel link
– Lightweight and easy setup
– Floating channel icon
– Admin settings for channel URL
Credits
Developed by Tutorials by Nitin – https://tutorialsbynitin.com
Installation
- Upload the plugin ZIP file via the WordPress admin panel or extract into
/wp-content/plugins/floating-chat-channel-button/ - Activate via the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to Settings → Channel Button
- Enter your messaging or broadcast channel URL
- Save changes and enjoy!
Frequently asked questions
Can I link to any platform?
Yes! Use links from any messaging or chat platforms (e.g., Telegram, WhatsApp, Messenger).
Can I change the icon or position?
You can modify the CSS file to customize the button appearance.
Does this plugin support shortcode?
No, this version uses a floating global button only.
Changelog
Minor fixes and compatibility updates
1.0
- Initial release
1.1
- Minor improvements and bug fixes
Screenshots
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FAQ
Floating Chat Channel Button: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 16, 2026
Is Floating Chat Channel Button free?
Yes. Floating Chat Channel Button is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Floating Chat Channel Button safe to use in 2026?
Floating Chat Channel Button shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 37/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Floating Chat Channel Button?
Floating Chat Channel Button is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,620 times since it launched in July 2025. It was downloaded 151 times in the last 30 days.
Does Floating Chat Channel Button work with WordPress 7.1?
Floating Chat Channel Button is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Floating Chat Channel Button need?
Floating Chat Channel Button requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Floating Chat Channel Button last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on July 28, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Floating Chat Channel Button?
Floating Chat Channel Button is developed and maintained by Nitin Monga.
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