# JTZL's Chat for WebIRC

> JTZL's Chat for WebIRC has <10 active installs and 65 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** JTZL's Chat for WebIRC works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**A framework-light WordPress plugin that embeds a WebSocket IRC client.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 553
- **Downloads (30 days):** 65 (-13.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Aug 30, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.8+, PHP 8.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** jtzl (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/jtzl/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/chat-webirc/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/chat/) | >100 | 632 |
| [communication](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/communication/) | #13 | 30 |
| [irc](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/irc/) | #11 | 11 |
| [real-time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/real-time/) | #26 | 33 |
| [Websocket](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/websocket/) | #7 | 8 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| chat | >100 | 3,984 |
| communication | >100 | 2,187 |
| irc | #5 | 24 |
| real-time | >100 | 9,758 |
| Websocket | #23 | 121 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Joinchat – Enhanced "click to chat"](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/creame-whatsapp-me/) | 700K+ | 4.7/5 (189) | Sep 22, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 2 | [Floating Chat Widget: Contact Chat Icons, Telegram Chat, Line Messenger, WeChat, Email, SMS, Call Button – Chaty](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/chaty/) | 300K+ | 5/5 (1,240) | Sep 29, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 3 | [Tidio – Live Chat & AI Chatbots](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tidio-live-chat/) | 70K+ | 4.7/5 (396) | Sep 1, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 4 | [Facebook Chat Plugin – Live Chat Plugin for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/facebook-messenger-customer-chat/) | 70K+ | 3.5/5 (302) | Jul 5, 2022 | 41/100 |
| 5 | [Buttonizer – Live Chat, AI Chatbot, Call, Chat, Contact Button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/button-contact-vr/) | 50K+ | 5/5 (23) | Sep 21, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 6 | [Simple Chat Button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-chat-button/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (15) | Aug 21, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Chatway Live Chat – AI Chatbot, Customer Support, FAQ & Helpdesk Customer Service & Chat Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/chatway-live-chat/) | 30K+ | 5/5 (761) | Sep 29, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 8 | [Echo Knowledge Base – Documentation, FAQs, Chat & Smart Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/echo-knowledge-base/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (123) | Aug 30, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Zendesk Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zopim-live-chat/) | 10K+ | 4/5 (27) | Aug 20, 2020 | 42/100 |
| 10 | [Word Balloon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/word-balloon/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (8) | Aug 22, 2026 | 81/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is JTZL's Chat for WebIRC free?
Yes. JTZL's Chat for WebIRC is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is JTZL's Chat for WebIRC safe to use in 2026?
JTZL's Chat for WebIRC works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use JTZL's Chat for WebIRC?
JTZL's Chat for WebIRC is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 553 times since it launched in November 2025. It was downloaded 65 times in the last 30 days.

### Does JTZL's Chat for WebIRC work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested JTZL's Chat for WebIRC up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.8 or newer.

### What PHP version does JTZL's Chat for WebIRC need?
JTZL's Chat for WebIRC requires PHP 8.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was JTZL's Chat for WebIRC last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on August 30, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes JTZL's Chat for WebIRC?
JTZL's Chat for WebIRC is developed and maintained by jtzl.

### What are the best alternatives to JTZL's Chat for WebIRC?
The most popular alternatives to JTZL's Chat for WebIRC are Joinchat (700K+ installs), Floating Chat Widget: Conta… (300K+ installs) and Tidio (70K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/chat-webirc/ · Generated 2026-10-02 03:17 UTC by PageForge