# Plug Chat

> Plug Chat has 10+ active installs and 98 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 38/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Plug Chat shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.

**Add Meta (Facebook) Messenger chat to your WordPress website. Paste your Chat Plugin embed code and you're done.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,065
- **Downloads (30 days):** 98 (+27.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 38/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 3.0.0
- **Last updated:** Apr 4, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** themeshape (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/themeshape/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/plug-chat/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [chat plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/chat-plugin/) | #21 | 34 |
| [facebook chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/facebook-chat/) | #5 | 8 |
| [messenger](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/messenger/) | #26 | 57 |
| [meta chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/meta-chat/) | #1 | 1 |
| [WordPress Messenger](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wordpress-messenger/) | #1 | 2 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| chat plugin | >100 | 4,016 |
| facebook chat | >100 | 708 |
| messenger | >100 | 527 |
| meta chat | >100 | 848 |
| WordPress Messenger | >100 | 495 |

## Version adoption

- 3.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [HelpCrunch – Live Chat, Chatbot & Knowledge Base for Customer Service](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/helpcrunch-live-chat/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (6) | Aug 21, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 2 | [Chaport — Live Chat & Chatbots](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/chaport/) | 2K+ | 4/5 (4) | May 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 3 | [Website Chat Button: Kommo integration](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/website-chat-button-kommo-integration/) | 1K+ | — | Aug 27, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 4 | [Live Chat Plugin for WooCommerce – LiveChat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/livechat-woocommerce/) | 1K+ | 4.5/5 (22) | May 25, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 5 | [LiveAgent – Omnichannel Help Desk & Live Chat Software](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/liveagent/) | 400+ | 4.2/5 (32) | Oct 5, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 6 | [HeySpark – Live Chat and Call Now Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/heyspark/) | 100+ | 5/5 (2) | Jun 17, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 7 | [Live Chat by User.com](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/userengage-live-chat-marketing-automation-integration/) | 100+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 5, 2024 | 32/100 |
| 8 | [Chat Bro Live Group Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/chatbro/) | 100+ | 4.4/5 (20) | May 22, 2024 | 39/100 |
| 9 | [ProProfs Chat- Live Chat & Chatbot Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/proprofs-chat/) | 100+ | 5/5 (8) | Dec 23, 2024 | 40/100 |
| 10 | [KP Fastest Tidio Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kp-fastest-tidio-chat/) | 100+ | 4.8/5 (11) | Apr 15, 2021 | 36/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Plug Chat safe to use in 2026?
Plug Chat shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Plug Chat?
Plug Chat is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,065 times since it launched in April 2020. It was downloaded 98 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Plug Chat work with WordPress 7.1?
Plug 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 Plug Chat need?
Plug Chat requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Plug Chat last updated?
The latest version, 3.0.0, was released on April 4, 2026 (6 months ago).

### Who makes Plug Chat?
Plug Chat is developed and maintained by themeshape.

### What are the best alternatives to Plug Chat?
The most popular alternatives to Plug Chat are HelpCrunch (2K+ installs), Chaport (2K+ installs) and Website Chat Button: Kommo… (1K+ installs).


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