ChatFloat – Floating Chat Button Reviews, Downloads & Maintenance

A lightweight and easy-to-use WordPress plugin that adds a floating WhatsApp button on every page of your site. Let visitors instantly reach out via WhatsApp. Ideal for businesses, freelancers, or support teams who want to stay connected with their users in real time.

Easily configure your WhatsApp number and button text from the plugin’s settings page. No coding required.

Installation

Upload the plugin folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
Navigate to Settings > WhatsApp Float to configure your number and button text.
Save settings and you’re done!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this plugin work with Gutenberg?

Yes, it works independently of the content editor, so it’s fully compatible with both Gutenberg and Classic Editor.

Can I customize the appearance?

You can override the CSS by adding custom styles to your theme or child theme’s CSS.

Does it support multiple WhatsApp numbers?

Currently, the plugin supports a single number. Future versions may offer multiple profiles.

Review feed

Digital Eggheads

5/5/2025

Very happy with ChatFloat. Simple and easy to setup

Was in search of a simple plugin to add WhatsApp button on frontend. Finally found this. Works perfectly - very lightweight, no fluff. Exactly does what it says, no more - no less!

Screenshots

Chat button displayed on the website. Works on both mobile + desktop
Customizable settings of ChatFloat button

Changelog

1.2.1

Added settings link on plugins listing page

1.2

Code cleanup
Added customization of button styles (color/position)
Added visibility of button (desktop/mobile)
Added custom message option with button

1.1

Minor code cleanup
Improved documentation and comments
Better formatting for international compatibility

1.0

Initial release with settings panel and floating WhatsApp button functionality.

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