FloatMessage

WordPress Plugin

Install the official FloatMessage plugin to add floating messages and live chat to your WordPress site — no coding required. Works with any theme and page builder.

Get the Plugin

Version 1.4.0 — Compatible with WordPress 5.0+ and PHP 7.4+

Install from WordPress.orgDownload ZIP

Installation

Option 1: Install from the WordPress.org plugin directory (recommended)

  1. In your WordPress admin, go to Plugins → Add New
  2. Search for FloatMessage
  3. Click Install Now on the FloatMessage — Live Chat & Floating Messages entry, then Activate
  4. Go to Settings → FloatMessage to connect your account

You can also browse the listing directly on wordpress.org/plugins/floatmessage-live-chat — with screenshots, reviews, and the full changelog.

Option 2: Upload ZIP

  1. Download the plugin ZIP above
  2. In your WordPress admin, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
  3. Choose the ZIP file and click Install Now
  4. Click Activate Plugin
  5. Go to Settings → FloatMessage to connect your account

Option 3: Manual Upload via FTP

  1. Unzip the downloaded file
  2. Upload the floatmessage-live-chat folder to /wp-content/plugins/
  3. Activate through the Plugins menu in WordPress
  4. Configure under Settings → FloatMessage

Configuration

After activation, go to Settings → FloatMessage. The plugin has a single configuration field:

FieldRequiredDescription
User IDYesYour FloatMessage account ID. Set automatically when you use the Connect FloatMessage Account button, or enter it manually from the dashboard.

Connect Your Account

The easiest way to set up the plugin is the Connect FloatMessage Account button on the settings page:

  1. Click Connect FloatMessage Account in the plugin settings
  2. Sign up or log in on the FloatMessage website (Google or email/password)
  3. You'll be redirected back to WordPress automatically
  4. Your User ID is saved and your WordPress domain is added to your FloatMessage dashboard

That's it — you can now create and manage messages from the FloatMessage dashboard. All active messages for your domain will automatically appear on your site.

Enabling Live Chat

  1. Go to Dashboard → Chat Settings
  2. Toggle Enable Live Chat on
  3. Configure your welcome message, AI auto-reply, and positioning
  4. The chat widget will appear on your site automatically — no changes needed in WordPress

Plan Status & Trial

Once connected, the plugin displays your current plan status directly in the WordPress settings page:

  • Pro — Active subscription with full access
  • Free Trial — Shows days remaining on your 30-day trial
  • Expired — Trial ended, messages paused until you upgrade

The plugin also shows admin notices when your trial is about to expire (7 days or less) or has already expired.

Auto-Updates

The plugin automatically checks for new versions. When an update is available, it appears in your WordPress Dashboard → Updates page alongside your other plugin updates. One click to update.

Features

One-Click Connect

Link your FloatMessage account directly from the plugin settings. No IDs to copy.

All Templates

Supports all 13+ templates including banners, modals, stories, and image-only.

Live Chat

Real-time chat widget with AI auto-reply, typing indicators, and notification badges.

Auto Domain Setup

Your WordPress domain is added to your FloatMessage account when you connect.

Plan Status

See your trial days remaining or Pro status right in the settings page.

Any Theme

Works with Elementor, Divi, WPBakery, Gutenberg, and every WordPress theme.

Compatibility

  • WordPress 5.0 or higher
  • PHP 7.4 or higher
  • Any hosting provider (shared, VPS, managed)
  • Compatible with all major page builders and caching plugins
  • 15KB async script — zero impact on Core Web Vitals

Support

For questions, bug reports, or feature requests, email us at info@floatmessage.com. We typically respond within 24 hours.