Whello Sticky Chat Button
Display a customizable sticky WhatsApp button on your website to connect with visitors instantly.
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Whello Sticky Chat Button shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Whello Sticky Chat Button stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| button | >100 |
| chat | >100 |
| contact | >100 |
| sticky | >100 |
| >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Whello Sticky Chat Button
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
Whello Sticky Chat Button adds a customizable WhatsApp button to your website that stays visible as users scroll, making it easy for them to contact you directly through WhatsApp.
Key Features
- Fully Customizable: Change colors, text, position, and appearance
- Flexible Display Options: Show on desktop, mobile, or both
- Page Visibility Control: Display on all pages or exclude specific ones
- Custom Link Support: Use standard WhatsApp API or custom link (e.g., from third-party services)
- Pre-filled Message: Set a default message to make it easier for visitors to start a conversation
- Modern Design: Clean, responsive design that works on all devices
- Easy to Configure: Simple admin interface with live preview
- Lightweight: Optimized code that won’t slow down your website
Use Cases
- Customer support for e-commerce stores
- Quick contact option for service businesses
- Lead generation for consultants and professionals
- Instant communication channel for any website
License
Whello Sticky Chat Button is free software: you can redistribute it and/or modify
it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by
the Free Software Foundation, either version 2 of the License, or
any later version.
Whello Sticky Chat Button is distributed in the hope that it will be useful,
but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of
MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the
GNU General Public License for more details.
You should have received a copy of the GNU General Public License
along with Whello Sticky Chat Button. If not, see https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html.
Installation
- Upload the
whello-sticky-chat-buttonfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Go to ‘WA Button’ in your admin menu to configure the settings
- Enter your WhatsApp number and customize the appearance
- Save your settings and the button will appear on your site
Frequently asked questions
What format should I use for the phone number?
Enter your phone number with the country code but without any symbols or spaces. For example: 6281234567890
Can I customize where the button appears?
Yes, you can choose to display the button on all pages or exclude specific pages.
Does this plugin work on mobile devices?
Yes, the plugin is fully responsive and works on both desktop and mobile devices. You can also choose to show/hide the button on specific device types.
Can I use a custom link instead of the default WhatsApp link?
Yes, you can choose between the default WhatsApp API link or use a custom link, which is useful if you’re using a third-party service like Whello WA Rotator.
Can I change the button colors and style?
Yes, you can customize the button color, text color, icon color, border radius, and more from the settings page.
Is this plugin compatible with other WhatsApp plugins?
Yes, this plugin works independently and should not conflict with other WhatsApp plugins.
Changelog
This update fixes tag limit issues and includes minor improvements.
1.0.2
- Change slug to whello-sticky-chat-button
- Change plugin name to Whello Sticky Chat Button
- Fixing border width issue
- Fixing setting preview issue
- Change plugin description to Display a sticky WhatsApp button on your website with customizable options.
- Minor improvements and bug fixes
- Fixing enqueue style issue
- Fixing enqueue script issue
1.0.1
- Fixed tag limit in plugin repository
- Minor improvements and bug fixes
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Added customizable WhatsApp button
- Included options for button position and style
- Added device and page visibility settings
- Implemented custom link support
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FAQ
Whello Sticky Chat Button: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 19, 2026
Is Whello Sticky Chat Button free?
Yes. Whello Sticky Chat Button is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Whello Sticky Chat Button safe to use in 2026?
Whello Sticky Chat Button shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Whello Sticky Chat Button?
Whello Sticky Chat Button is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 552 times since it launched in July 2025. It was downloaded 46 times in the last 30 days.
Does Whello Sticky Chat Button work with WordPress 7.1?
Whello Sticky Chat Button is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Whello Sticky Chat Button need?
Whello Sticky Chat Button requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Whello Sticky Chat Button last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on July 14, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Whello Sticky Chat Button?
Whello Sticky Chat Button is developed and maintained by Whello Indonesia.
What are the best alternatives to Whello Sticky Chat Button?
The most popular alternatives to Whello Sticky Chat Button are AddQuicktag (100K+ installs), WP Edit (40K+ installs) and Forget About Shortcode Butt… (20K+ installs).
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