Social Chat — Floating Click-to-Chat Button
Let visitors start a WhatsApp or Messenger conversation from your WordPress site with a single click. No coding required.
Use with caution
Social Chat works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
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 Social Chat stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| chat button | >100 |
| click to chat | >100 |
| Floating Chat | >100 |
| live chat | >100 |
| messenger | >100 |
About Social Chat
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
Ifat Chat adds a lightweight floating chat button to your WordPress site so visitors can instantly reach you on WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger. When a customer clicks the bubble, a new chat opens with a pre-filled message — ready to send.
It works out of the box with every WordPress theme, including Full Site Editing (FSE) block themes like Twenty Twenty-Five and classic themes like Astra, Starter Templates, and Hello Elementor.
Why Use Ifat Chat?
Most customers prefer messaging over email or contact forms. A visible chat button removes friction and turns casual browsers into real conversations.
- One-click setup — Enter your phone number, enable the bubble, done.
- WhatsApp and Messenger — Support both platforms from a single button. If only one is configured, visitors go straight to that app with no extra step.
- Smart product messages — On WooCommerce product pages, the pre-filled message automatically includes the product name, price, and URL so you know exactly what the customer is asking about.
- Works everywhere — Block themes, classic themes, page builders, WooCommerce — the chat bubble renders correctly on all of them.
- Lightweight — Under 5 KB of CSS and JavaScript combined. No jQuery, no external scripts, no impact on page speed.
- Mobile-friendly — Choose whether to show or hide the bubble on mobile devices.
What You Can Customize
- Position the bubble at the bottom-right or bottom-left corner
- Pick any color to match your brand
- Set the bubble size — small, medium, or large
- Write a custom panel header label
- Write separate messages for product pages and regular pages
- Choose where the bubble appears — all pages, homepage only, or WooCommerce pages only
- Exclude specific pages by ID
How It Works
- Install and activate the plugin.
- Go to Ifat Chat in your WordPress admin menu.
- Enable the chat bubble and enter your WhatsApp number (international format).
- Optionally add your Facebook Page ID for Messenger support.
- Save — the floating chat button appears on your site immediately.
When both platforms are configured, clicking the bubble opens a small panel where the visitor picks WhatsApp or Messenger. When only one platform is set up, clicking the bubble opens that app directly.
WooCommerce Product Page Messages
If WooCommerce is active, the plugin detects product pages and replaces merge tags in your message template:
{{product_name}}— The product title{{product_price}}— The product price with currency symbol{{product_url}}— The product page URL
Example message a customer sends:
“Hi! I’m interested in Classic Leather Jacket ($89.00). https://yoursite.com/product/classic-leather-jacket/”
On non-product pages, the default message you configure is used instead.
Full Site Editing (FSE) and Block Theme Support
Unlike plugins that depend on the wp_footer hook, Ifat Chat injects the bubble through JavaScript after the page loads. This means it works reliably with block themes like Twenty Twenty-Five, Twenty Twenty-Four, and any FSE theme — not just classic themes.
Lightweight and Privacy-Friendly
- No external API calls or tracking scripts
- No cookies are set
- No user data is collected or stored
- The plugin only loads a small CSS file and a small JavaScript file on the frontend
Installation
From Your WordPress Dashboard
- Go to Plugins > Add New.
- Search for Ifat Chat.
- Click Install Now, then Activate.
- Navigate to Ifat Chat in the admin menu.
- Enable the bubble, enter your WhatsApp number, and save.
Manual Installation
- Download the plugin ZIP file.
- Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
- Upload the ZIP file and click Install Now.
- Activate the plugin and configure it under Ifat Chat in the admin menu.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add a WhatsApp chat button to my WordPress site?
Install Ifat Chat, go to the plugin settings, enable the chat bubble, and enter your WhatsApp phone number in international format (for example, 1234567890 for a US number). The floating chat button appears on your site immediately.
What format should I use for the WhatsApp phone number?
Use the international format without the plus sign or dashes. For example, a US number would be 1234567890, a UK number would be 447911123456, and a Bangladesh number would be 8801700000000.
Can I use both WhatsApp and Messenger at the same time?
Yes. Enter both your WhatsApp number and your Facebook Page ID. The plugin will show a small panel when the bubble is clicked, letting the visitor choose which platform to use.
What if I only want WhatsApp without Messenger?
Leave the Facebook Page ID field empty. The bubble will show the WhatsApp icon, and clicking it opens WhatsApp directly with no extra step.
Does the chat button work with block themes like Twenty Twenty-Five?
Yes. The plugin uses JavaScript to inject the chat bubble into the page, so it works with all WordPress themes — including Full Site Editing block themes, classic themes, and hybrid themes.
Does the chat button work with WooCommerce?
Yes. When WooCommerce is active, the plugin automatically detects product pages and includes the product name, price, and URL in the pre-filled message. This helps you know exactly which product the customer is asking about.
Can I control which pages show the chat button?
Yes. In the Display Rules tab, you can choose to show the bubble on all pages, the homepage only, or WooCommerce pages only. You can also exclude specific pages by entering their page IDs.
Can I hide the chat button on mobile devices?
Yes. There is a “Show on Mobile” toggle in the Appearance settings. Turn it off to hide the chat bubble on screens smaller than 768 pixels.
Does this plugin slow down my website?
No. The plugin loads under 5 KB of combined CSS and JavaScript. It does not load jQuery, external scripts, or third-party libraries. The script uses the defer attribute, so it never blocks page rendering.
Does Ifat Chat collect any user data or set cookies?
No. The plugin does not collect, store, or transmit any visitor data. No cookies are set. No external API calls are made. The plugin simply opens a WhatsApp or Messenger link when the visitor clicks the button.
Can I change the color and size of the chat bubble?
Yes. In the Appearance settings, you can set any hex color code and choose between small (48px), medium (56px), or large (64px) bubble sizes.
Where can I find my Facebook Page ID for Messenger?
Your Facebook Page ID is the username or numeric ID from your Facebook business page URL. For example, if your page URL is facebook.com/YourBrand, your Page ID is “YourBrand”.
Changelog
First release. Install to add a WhatsApp and Messenger chat button to your WordPress site.
1.0.0
- Initial release.
- Floating WhatsApp and Messenger chat bubble.
- Single-platform and dual-platform modes.
- WooCommerce product page message templates with merge tags.
- Customizable position, color, size, and label.
- Display rules — all pages, homepage, or WooCommerce pages.
- Page exclusion by ID.
- Mobile visibility toggle.
- Full Site Editing (FSE) block theme support.
- Classic theme support.
- Modern tabbed settings page.
For developers
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FAQ
Social Chat: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
Is Social Chat free?
Yes. Social Chat is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Social Chat safe to use in 2026?
Social Chat works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Social Chat?
Social Chat is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 242 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 54 times in the last 30 days.
Does Social Chat work with WordPress 7.1?
Social Chat is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Social Chat need?
Social Chat requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Social Chat last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on May 16, 2026 (5 months ago).
Who makes Social Chat?
Social Chat is developed and maintained by Iftakharul Islam.
What are the best alternatives to Social Chat?
The most popular alternatives to Social Chat are Floating Chat Widget: Conta… (300K+ installs), Chat Button & Custom ChatGP… (20K+ installs) and Lead Generation Contact Wid… (10K+ installs).
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