# LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging

> LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging has 30+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 60 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 31/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

**LivePerson offers a modern way to engage visitors from desktop and mobile. It's fast and simple and connects you in real time.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 4,924
- **Downloads (30 days):** 60 (+30.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 31/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Aug 2, 2016
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.5.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.4.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** liveperson (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/liveperson/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/liveperson/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/chat/) | >100 | 638 |
| [chat plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/chat-plugin/) | #17 | 34 |
| [customer help](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/customer-help/) | #1 | 1 |
| [customer service chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/customer-service-chat/) | #1 | 1 |
| [customer service software](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/customer-service-software/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| chat | >100 | 4,049 |
| chat plugin | >100 | 4,016 |
| customer help | >100 | 6,650 |
| customer service chat | >100 | 1,729 |
| customer service software | >100 | 1,112 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## 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 (1,242) | Sep 29, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 3 | [Tidio – Live Chat & AI Chatbots](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tidio-live-chat/) | 70K+ | 4.8/5 (395) | Sep 1, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 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 (762) | 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) | Oct 4, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [Word Balloon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/word-balloon/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (8) | Aug 22, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 10 | [Zendesk Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zopim-live-chat/) | 10K+ | 4/5 (27) | Aug 20, 2020 | 42/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging free?
Yes. LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging safe to use in 2026?
LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging?
LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,924 times since it launched in April 2016. It was downloaded 60 times in the last 30 days.

### Does LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging work with WordPress 7.1?
LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging is officially tested up to WordPress 4.5.33, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on August 2, 2016 (10 years ago).

### Who makes LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging?
LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging is developed and maintained by liveperson.

### What are the best alternatives to LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging?
The most popular alternatives to LivePerson LiveChat + Messaging are Joinchat (700K+ installs), Floating Chat Widget: Conta… (300K+ installs) and Tidio (70K+ installs).


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