# PopBot – Create targeted pop-ups to convert your visitors

> PopBot has <10 active installs and 50 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** PopBot shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**PopBot helps you increase your conversion rates by delivering key pop-up messages when your users are ready to convert. Use Gutenberg to build on top of our specialised pop-up templates and our customisable triggers and…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,405
- **Downloads (30 days):** 50 (+100% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.3
- **Last updated:** Jan 17, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.1.15
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.7+, PHP 7.4.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** WRD Studio (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wrdstudio/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/popbot/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [chatbox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/chatbox/) | #5 | 9 |
| [conversion](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/conversion/) | >100 | 161 |
| [CRO](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cro/) | #21 | 23 |
| [pop up](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pop-up/) | #49 | 55 |
| [popup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/popup/) | >100 | 471 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| chatbox | #46 | 61 |
| conversion | >100 | 5,447 |
| CRO | #50 | 63 |
| pop up | >100 | 1,382 |
| popup | >100 | 5,202 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Olark Live Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/olark-live-chat/) | 1K+ | 2.5/5 (2) | Sep 25, 2025 | 36/100 |
| 2 | [Group chat for WordPress – Minnit Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/minnit-chat/) | 500+ | 4.1/5 (8) | Oct 4, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 3 | [Chatwing Live Group Chat – HTML5 + Chat Apps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/chatwing/) | 10+ | 4.4/5 (18) | Aug 13, 2018 | 33/100 |
| 4 | [chatWING Lobby – Group Chat Rooms + 1 on 1 Live Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lobby-chatwing/) | 10+ | 5/5 (4) | May 15, 2017 | 30/100 |
| 6 | [Deli – AI Enabled Property Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/usedeli/) | <10 | — | Aug 1, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 7 | [AdamBox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/adambox/) | <10 | — | Sep 19, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 8 | [Speechbox Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/speechbox-chat/) | <10 | 5/5 (2) | Oct 2, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 9 | [HaiDM Live Community Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/haidm-live-community-chat/) | <10 | — | Sep 1, 2026 | 60/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is PopBot safe to use in 2026?
PopBot shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use PopBot?
PopBot is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,405 times since it launched in December 2022. It was downloaded 50 times in the last 30 days.

### Does PopBot work with WordPress 7.1?
PopBot is officially tested up to WordPress 6.1.15, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does PopBot need?
PopBot requires PHP 7.4.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was PopBot last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on January 17, 2023 (4 years ago).

### Who makes PopBot?
PopBot is developed and maintained by WRD Studio.

### What are the best alternatives to PopBot?
The most popular alternatives to PopBot are Olark Live Chat (1K+ installs), Group chat for WordPress (500+ installs) and Chatwing Live Group Chat (10+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/popbot/ · Generated 2026-10-08 17:35 UTC by PageForge