# LiveHelp chat

> LiveHelp chat has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 7 reviews and 96 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 35/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** LiveHelp chat shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

**Provide fast reliable live chat to assist your customer. Cloud based chat no setup fees. Fully customizable chat skin.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 4,973
- **Downloads (30 days):** 96 (+37.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 7 reviews
- **Health score:** 35/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.4.2
- **Last updated:** Jul 16, 2019
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.2.28
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.8.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** LiveHelp The Chat eXperience (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/alaciura/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/livehelp-chat/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Chat Support](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/chat-support/) | #2 | 4 |
| [free live support](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/free-live-support/) | #1 | 1 |
| [live chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/live-chat/) | >100 | 632 |
| [live chat support](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/live-chat-support/) | #4 | 6 |
| [live help](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/live-help/) | #4 | 10 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | >100 | 3,335 |
| free live support | >100 | 7,261 |
| live chat | >100 | 2,405 |
| live chat support | >100 | 2,124 |
| live help | >100 | 6,485 |

## Version adoption

- 1.4: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Livechatoo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/livechatoo/) | 30+ | — | Aug 28, 2020 | 24/100 |
| 3 | [Quidget – AI Chatbot & Live Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quidget-chat/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | May 25, 2026 | 58/100 |
| 4 | [Plugin Name: WStools.nl – Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wstoolsnl-chat/) | 10+ | — | Nov 6, 2014 | 23/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is LiveHelp chat free?
Yes. LiveHelp chat is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is LiveHelp chat safe to use in 2026?
LiveHelp chat shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use LiveHelp chat?
LiveHelp chat is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,973 times since it launched in May 2014. It was downloaded 96 times in the last 30 days.

### Does LiveHelp chat work with WordPress 7.1?
LiveHelp chat is officially tested up to WordPress 5.2.28, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was LiveHelp chat last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.2, was released on July 16, 2019 (7 years ago).

### Who makes LiveHelp chat?
LiveHelp chat is developed and maintained by LiveHelp The Chat eXperience.

### What are the best alternatives to LiveHelp chat?
The most popular alternatives to LiveHelp chat are Livechatoo (30+ installs), Quidget (10+ installs) and Plugin Name: WStools.nl (10+ installs).


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