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Add Chat App Button

By udidol

Communication & Messaging / SMS & Text Messaging

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Add Chat App Button Review - In-Depth Analysis

Add Chat App Button allows you to add a customizable WhatsApp chat button to your site. Choose between an icon or a text label for easy access.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.06/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 13+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

Update Frequency

Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The Add Chat App Button plugin enables adding a customizable click-to-chat WhatsApp button. This feature allows users to easily connect via WhatsApp with just a click.

To enable the WhatsApp button, check the first checkbox in the settings page found in the admin dashboard menu under Settings->Add Chat App Button. You must enter an international phone number without any special characters to ensure proper functionality.

The plugin settings include two tabs: General Settings and Button Design. The General Settings tab allows you to limit button visibility based on screen resolution and set a default message for users. The Button Design tab provides options for customizing the button's appearance, including color and type, with a live preview feature for real-time adjustments.

Comparing to Alternatives

Add Chat App Button is a popular choice for adding chat buttons to WordPress sites, with several other plugins offering similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Very easy to set up and use, suitable for beginners.
Free plugin with no need for paid upgrades.
Highly rated with positive user feedback.
Provides a simple and effective chat button for WhatsApp.
Lightweight and does not complicate the website.

Weaknesses

Has a known security vulnerability fixed only in recent versions.
Limited customization options compared to some alternatives.
No pro version or advanced features available.
Lacks some styling options like radius and icon placement.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a near-perfect rating and no low-star reviews, users generally express strong satisfaction with the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness.

Positive highlights

'So simple to set up but makes a huge difference to the webpage visitor.' - mstrump
'It's very easy to use and does what it should.' - zibah
'Good plugin. It really helps.' - mjv2022
'Great plugin, easy to use and free.' - shlomikalfa
'Appreciate if you could add button text for default whatsapp icon style.' - Vivek Narayanankutty Nair

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Security vulnerability related to stored cross-site scripting fixed only in version 2.1.8.
Limited customization options such as button radius and icon placement.
No advanced features or pro version available.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a straightforward, free WhatsApp chat button plugin that is easy to install and use without complex features.

Not ideal for

Those needing advanced customization, enhanced security assurances, or premium support may find this plugin lacking.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a simple and effective WhatsApp chat button with basic customization and ease of use.

Final Verdict

Add Chat App Button stands out for its simplicity, ease of use, and positive user feedback, making it an excellent choice for users wanting a basic WhatsApp chat button without cost. Its high rating and lack of negative reviews reflect strong user satisfaction.

However, the plugin has a history of a medium-level security vulnerability that was fixed recently, and it lacks advanced customization and premium features. Users with higher security needs or requiring more flexibility might consider alternatives.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Add Chat App Button plugin.

WhatsApp chat button

customizable button

click-to-chat

Screenshots

FAQ

Add Chat App Button uses Javascript to check the time on the client’s device. So it will be displayed/hidden according to the set time in each client’s timezone.