MChat User Chat
MChat Plugin allowing WordPress user a one to one chat between logged in Users! Role based access, Pure Ajax working, Adds No HTML to the theme.
Consider an alternative
MChat User Chat shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 4 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where MChat User Chat stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| ajax chat | >100 |
| ajax chat plugn | #1 |
| chat | >100 |
| chat plugin | >100 |
| pure ajax chat | #18 |
About MChat User Chat
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
MChat Plugin allowing WordPress user a one to one chat between logged in Users! Role based access, Pure Ajax working, Adds No HTML to the theme.
List of features:
- No hidden costs, its Free!
- MChat Plugin provides a shortcode which can be placed on any post or pages or author pages, which enables a logged in user to have a direct chat with the profile owner.
- Easy installation: MChat can be installed using a single shortcode [MCHAT user_id=X], where X is the user_id of the person a logged in user want to chat with. It can also be added to theme files using the do_shortcode function. Check Plugins settings page for more.
- Multiple chat installations can be embedded on the same page. Shortcode can be added to individual author pages.
- Fully Ajax: MChat Plugin adds No HTML to the page, and there for does not slow down the page load in any way. MChat loads completely via Ajax.
- Customizable Appearance MChat provides easy customization for colors. Just set the colors in the admin section, and see your MChat blend with the theme.
- Role Base Access MChat Provides Role based access. Only registered users with the given roles can use the chat system.
- New Message Alert Users hear a sound when they get a new chat message.
- Email alerts Users get email alerts when they receive a chat message.
- Multiline messages: Let your users post long messages in multiple lines.
- Block Users Users have an option to block another user.
All settings are available on Settings -> MChat Settings page.
The plugin is i18n ready.
Installation
- Upload the MChat Plugin via wp-admin add plugin panel or you could also upload wp_mchat to your blog (in the ‘wp-content/plugins’ directory)
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Place a shortcode
[MCHAT user_id=X]in your posts or pages. Where X is the user_id of the person a logged in user wishes to chat with. - Alternatively install it in your templates via
<?php do_shortcode('[MCHAT user_id='.$user_id.']') ?>code.
Frequently asked questions
Will this Slow down my site?
No MChat is a purely Ajax loaded plugin on the front end. It loads up after your site has loaded. MChat adds no HTML to your site, and there by does not effect load times of your site.
How do i customize MChat to match with my theme?
Goto wp-admin > MChat settings page > Appearance and choose colors as per your theme, and enjoy!
Is MChat Plugin translatable
Yes.
My question is not listed here!
Drop a note on WordPress Support forums, and we’ll get right back to you.
Support
Just contact us at WordPress support forums for any comments or suggestions.
Changelog
Automatic updates should work smoothly, but we still recommend you back up your site.
1.0.0 Tuesday, December 28, 2021 4:00 PM
- Initial release;
1.0.1 Monday, February 7, 2022 4:00 PM
- Minor Bugs;
- Checked for WordPress 5.9
Screenshots
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Best MChat User Chat alternatives
All ajax chat plugins →| Rank | Plugin | Active installs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Jheck Chat
Simple worpdress chat plugin using ajax.
|
10+ |
| 2 |
mi13-chat
Открытый чат для Вашего сайта.
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10+ |
| 4 |
HaiDM Live Community Chat
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<10 |
FAQ
MChat User Chat: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 6, 2026
Is MChat User Chat free?
Yes. MChat User Chat is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is MChat User Chat safe to use in 2026?
MChat User Chat shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
How many websites use MChat User Chat?
MChat User Chat is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,457 times since it launched in December 2021. It was downloaded 72 times in the last 30 days.
Does MChat User Chat work with WordPress 7.1?
MChat User Chat is officially tested up to WordPress 5.9.18, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does MChat User Chat need?
MChat User Chat requires PHP 7.4.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was MChat User Chat last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on February 7, 2022 (5 years ago).
Who makes MChat User Chat?
MChat User Chat is developed and maintained by msolution.
What are the best alternatives to MChat User Chat?
The most popular alternatives to MChat User Chat are Jheck Chat (10+ installs), mi13-chat (10+ installs) and HaiDM Live Community Chat (<10 installs).
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