# Zidy_Chatbot

> Zidy_Chatbot has 30+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 168 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 31/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Zidy_Chatbot shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

**This plugin allows Zidy users to install the generated Zidy chatbot code onto their WP site to communicate with their clients via SMS text messages.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 67,991
- **Downloads (30 days):** 168 (+2.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 31/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Mar 7, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.1.14
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.9+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** wearezidy (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wearezidy/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/zidy-chatbot/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [chat widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/chat-widget/) | #34 | 129 |
| [texting](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/texting/) | #4 | 9 |
| [webchat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/webchat/) | #6 | 17 |
| [Zidy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/zidy/) | #1 | 1 |
| [Zidy Webchat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/zidy-webchat/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| chat widget | >100 | 2,149 |
| texting | #22 | 40 |
| webchat | #20 | 33 |
| Zidy | #1 | 1 |
| Zidy Webchat | #1 | 1 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Tawk.To Live Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tawkto-live-chat/) | 100K+ | 4.6/5 (142) | Jan 14, 2026 | 51/100 |
| 2 | [LeadConnector](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/leadconnector/) | 20K+ | 2.3/5 (11) | Aug 24, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 3 | [LiveChat – Live Chat Plugin for WP Websites](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-live-chat-software-for-wordpress/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (98) | May 25, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 4 | [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 |
| 5 | [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 |
| 6 | [PushEngage – Web Push Notifications, WooCommerce Automation & Chat Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pushengage/) | 9K+ | 4.2/5 (34) | Sep 23, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 7 | [Chatbot for WordPress by Collect.chat ⚡️](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/collectchat/) | 6K+ | 4.4/5 (38) | May 17, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 8 | [WPChat – Live Chat & Messaging Widget for Customer Support](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smashballoon-wpchat-livechat-customer-support/) | 6K+ | 4.5/5 (2) | Sep 14, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 9 | [Podium](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/podium/) | 5K+ | 5/5 (4) | Apr 17, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [Pure Chat – Live Chat & More!](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pure-chat/) | 3K+ | 4.1/5 (45) | Feb 24, 2025 | 44/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Zidy_Chatbot safe to use in 2026?
Zidy_Chatbot shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Zidy_Chatbot?
Zidy_Chatbot is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 67,991 times since it launched in March 2023. It was downloaded 168 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Zidy_Chatbot work with WordPress 7.1?
Zidy_Chatbot is officially tested up to WordPress 6.1.14, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Zidy_Chatbot need?
Zidy_Chatbot requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Zidy_Chatbot last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on March 7, 2023 (4 years ago).

### Who makes Zidy_Chatbot?
Zidy_Chatbot is developed and maintained by wearezidy.

### What are the best alternatives to Zidy_Chatbot?
The most popular alternatives to Zidy_Chatbot are Tawk.To Live Chat (100K+ installs), LeadConnector (20K+ installs) and LiveChat (10K+ installs).


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