ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button
A simple and lightweight plugin to add a floating WhatsApp button on your website. Fully customizable via admin settings.
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ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 41/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (60+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where ChatFloat stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| chat | >100 |
| customer service | >100 |
| floating button | #89 |
| >100 | |
| whatsapp support | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
About ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button
From the official readme · v1.2.1Description
A lightweight and easy-to-use WordPress plugin that adds a floating WhatsApp button on every page of your site. Let visitors instantly reach out via WhatsApp. Ideal for businesses, freelancers, or support teams who want to stay connected with their users in real time.
Easily configure your WhatsApp number and button text from the plugin’s settings page. No coding required.
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Navigate to Settings > WhatsApp Float to configure your number and button text.
- Save settings and you’re done!
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin work with Gutenberg?
Yes, it works independently of the content editor, so it’s fully compatible with both Gutenberg and Classic Editor.
Can I customize the appearance?
You can override the CSS by adding custom styles to your theme or child theme’s CSS.
Does it support multiple WhatsApp numbers?
Currently, the plugin supports a single number. Future versions may offer multiple profiles.
Changelog
Code improvements and cleanup. Users should upgrade to maintain compatibility and best practices.
1.2.1
- Added settings link on plugins listing page
1.2
- Code cleanup
- Added customization of button styles (color/position)
- Added visibility of button (desktop/mobile)
- Added custom message option with button
1.1
- Minor code cleanup
- Improved documentation and comments
- Better formatting for international compatibility
1.0
- Initial release with settings panel and floating WhatsApp button functionality.
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FAQ
ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
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Is ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button free?
Yes. ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button safe to use in 2026?
ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 41/100 on our health check.
How many websites use ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button?
ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button is active on 60+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,704 times since it launched in May 2025. It was downloaded 95 times in the last 30 days.
Does ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button work with WordPress 7.1?
ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button need?
ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.1, was released on May 5, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button?
ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button is developed and maintained by Digital Eggheads.
What are the best alternatives to ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button?
The most popular alternatives to ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button are Joinchat (700K+ installs), Floating Chat Widget: Conta… (300K+ installs) and Tidio (70K+ installs).
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