# Sparki

> Sparki has <10 active installs and 66 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Sparki 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.

**Use Sparki to manage your communication for open houses without answering your phone. This plugin helps you to connect to Sparki.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,080
- **Downloads (30 days):** 66 (+20% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Aug 26, 2022
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.0.16
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0.1+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** sparkiapp (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/sparkiapp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/sparki/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [communication](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/communication/) | #24 | 30 |
| [messages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/messages/) | #39 | 43 |
| [reservations](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reservations/) | #63 | 104 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| communication | >100 | 2,186 |
| messages | >100 | 10,000 |
| reservations | >100 | 695 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [ScreenCloud](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/screencloud/) | 30+ | — | Jan 13, 2025 | 27/100 |
| 2 | [FROGED](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/froged/) | 20+ | 5/5 (2) | May 6, 2022 | 31/100 |
| 3 | [Kayako Messenger: Live Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kayako-messenger-live-chat/) | 20+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 22, 2017 | 31/100 |
| 4 | [Smile Query](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-smile-query/) | 10+ | — | Mar 9, 2020 | 23/100 |
| 5 | [MSSG.ME Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mssg-me-widget/) | 10+ | — | Feb 9, 2019 | 23/100 |
| 6 | [Chatgen](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/chatgen/) | 10+ | 4.8/5 (10) | Sep 10, 2020 | 34/100 |
| 7 | [Brosix Live Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/brosix-live-chat/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Mar 22, 2023 | 30/100 |
| 8 | [Admin Msg Board](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-msg-board/) | 10+ | — | Mar 8, 2009 | 23/100 |
| 9 | [SFR Talk Recorder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sfr-talk-recorder/) | 10+ | — | Dec 21, 2025 | 38/100 |
| 10 | [Admin User Messages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-user-messages/) | 10+ | 3.6/5 (5) | Aug 11, 2014 | 29/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Sparki safe to use in 2026?
Sparki 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 Sparki?
Sparki is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,080 times since it launched in August 2022. It was downloaded 66 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Sparki work with WordPress 7.1?
Sparki is officially tested up to WordPress 6.0.16, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Sparki need?
Sparki requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Sparki last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on August 26, 2022 (4 years ago).

### Who makes Sparki?
Sparki is developed and maintained by sparkiapp.

### What are the best alternatives to Sparki?
The most popular alternatives to Sparki are ScreenCloud (30+ installs), FROGED (20+ installs) and Kayako Messenger: Live Chat (20+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sparki/ · Generated 2026-10-03 08:22 UTC by PageForge