# Replain

> Replain has 600+ active installs, a 4.7/5 rating from 12 reviews and 133 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 38/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Replain shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 600+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.

**Be in touch with your clients through Telegram, WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger. Fast, functional and free live-chat service for your website.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 600+
- **Total downloads:** 15,361
- **Downloads (30 days):** 133 (+40% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.7/5 from 12 reviews
- **Health score:** 38/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.9.1
- **Last updated:** Nov 2, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.5.22
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6+, PHP 5.2.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** replainchat (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/deformator/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/replain/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [facebook messenger](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/facebook-messenger/) | #8 | 21 |
| [live chat plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/live-chat-plugin/) | #2 | 10 |
| [replain live chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/replain-live-chat/) | #1 | 1 |
| [telegram](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/telegram/) | #11 | 160 |
| [wordpress live chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wordpress-live-chat/) | #5 | 15 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| facebook messenger | >100 | 312 |
| live chat plugin | >100 | 2,396 |
| replain live chat | #1 | 1 |
| telegram | >100 | 871 |
| wordpress live chat | >100 | 2,346 |

## Version adoption

- 1.9: 95.7%
- 1.8: 4.3%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [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 |
| 2 | [All-in-one Sticky Floating Contact Form, Call, Click to Chat, and 50+ Social Icon Tabs  – My Sticky Elements](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mystickyelements/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (542) | Sep 29, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 3 | [Sticky Chat Widget – Floating Chat Icons, Contact Form, Call, Click to Chat, Email & Message Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sticky-chat-widget/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (39) | Aug 31, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 4 | [Chat Widget: Floating Customer Support Button for 30+ Channels, Supporting SMS, Calls, and Chat – Bit Assist](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bit-assist/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (111) | Jul 29, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 5 | [Floating Contact Button for MAX and Telegram](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/floating-contact-button-for-max-and-telegram/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (7) | Sep 11, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 6 | [Cresta Social Messenger](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cresta-facebook-messenger/) | 1K+ | 4.2/5 (5) | Jul 14, 2021 | 36/100 |
| 7 | [Better Chat Support for Messenger](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/better-chat-support/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (5) | Sep 29, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 9 | [Contactus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/contactus/) | 400+ | 5/5 (4) | Mar 7, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 10 | [Get Chat App](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/get-chat-app/) | 400+ | 5/5 (6) | Dec 12, 2023 | 39/100 |
| 11 | [Block Editor for ManyChat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/block-editor-for-manychat/) | 100+ | — | Nov 13, 2020 | 25/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Replain safe to use in 2026?
Replain shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 600+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Replain?
Replain is active on 600+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 15,361 times since it launched in February 2018. It was downloaded 133 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Replain work with WordPress 7.1?
Replain is officially tested up to WordPress 5.5.22, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Replain need?
Replain requires PHP 5.2.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Replain last updated?
The latest version, 1.9.1, was released on November 2, 2020 (6 years ago).

### Who makes Replain?
Replain is developed and maintained by replainchat.

### What are the best alternatives to Replain?
The most popular alternatives to Replain are Floating Chat Widget: Conta… (300K+ installs), All-in-one Sticky Floating… (40K+ installs) and Sticky Chat Widget (10K+ installs).


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