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Shois Chat Button \u2013 Ultimate WhatsApp Chat Button & Telegram Chat Button for WordPress<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Are you tired of losing potential customers because your contact forms are too slow or boring? In today\u2019s fast-paced world, your visitors don\u2019t want to wait 24 hours for an email reply. They want to talk to you right now.<\/p>\n\n

Shois Chat Button<\/strong> is the most powerful, lightweight, and user-friendly way to add a WhatsApp Chat Button, Telegram Chat Button<\/em>, and over 13+ other communication channels to your WordPress site.<\/p>\n\n

Instead of a static \"Contact Us\" page, give your visitors a beautiful, animated floating chat widget that connects them directly to their favorite messaging apps. It\u2019s built with a modern React-powered interface, ensuring a smooth experience for you and a lightning-fast experience for your visitors.<\/p>\n\n

Why Your Website Needs a Multi-Platform Chat Widget<\/h3>\n\n

Most visitors leave a website because they have one simple question that isn't answered. By providing an instant WhatsApp Chat Button or Messenger link, you remove the friction. You aren't just adding a plugin; you are adding a conversion machine.<\/p>\n\n

Whether you are a solo freelancer or a large support team, Shois Chat Button helps you manage conversations effectively without slowing down your website's performance.<\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\ude80 Deep Dive: Powerful Free Features<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Unlike other plugins that hide everything behind a paywall, Shois Chat Button offers a robust set of free features designed to help small businesses grow. Here is why Shois is the preferred choice for WordPress users:<\/p>\n\n

Comprehensive Multi-Platform Connectivity<\/strong>\nDon\u2019t limit your customers to just one app. Our free version allows you to integrate the most popular communication channels seamlessly:\n* Official WhatsApp Integration:<\/strong> Add a dedicated WhatsApp Chat Button to your site, allowing users to send messages directly to your number without any friction.\n* Telegram Chat Button:<\/strong> Perfect for secure, fast, and encrypted communication with your tech-savvy audience.\n* Facebook Messenger & Instagram Direct:<\/strong> Connect with your Meta audience and manage all inquiries in one place.\n* Support for 13+ Channels:<\/strong> Including Viber, Line, Phone calls, and more.\n* Simultaneous Display:<\/strong> You can show multiple chat platforms within a single, elegant floating widget.<\/p>\n\n

Live Visual Template Builder (No-Code)<\/strong>\nYou don\u2019t need to be a designer or a coder to create a stunning chat widget.\n* Real-Time Preview:<\/strong> Our Live Visual Editor lets you see exactly how your button looks on the frontend while you are customizing it in the dashboard.\n* Instant Updates:<\/strong> Every change in color, text, or icon is reflected immediately, saving you time and effort.\n* Modern Admin UI:<\/strong> Powered by React, the dashboard is fast, responsive, and incredibly easy to navigate.<\/p>\n\n

Complete Design & Branding Control<\/strong>\nYour chat button should look like it belongs on your website. We give you full creative freedom:\n* Custom Branding:<\/strong> Use the built-in color pickers to match the widget with your brand\u2019s primary colors.\n* Icon Customization:<\/strong> Choose from multiple icon styles or variations to fit your site\u2019s aesthetic.\n* Adjustable Positioning:<\/strong> Decide exactly where the widget appears. You can toggle between Left or Right positioning with ease.\n* Precision Layouts:<\/strong> Control margin and padding to ensure the button doesn't overlap with other important site elements.<\/p>\n\n

Engagement-Focused Call-to-Actions (CTA)<\/strong>\nA button is only good if people click it. We help you boost those clicks:\n* Custom CTA Text:<\/strong> Instead of a generic \"Chat,\" you can write personalized messages like \"Need help with pricing?\" or \"Talk to our experts.\"\n* Welcome Greetings:<\/strong> Set up custom greeting messages that appear when a user interacts with the widget, making your business feel more welcoming and human.<\/p>\n\n

Performance-First Architecture<\/strong>\nAs an SEO-focused plugin, Shois Chat Button is built to keep your site lightning-fast:\n* Lightweight Frontend:<\/strong> We use optimized code that adds virtually zero weight to your page size.\n* Deferred Asset Loading:<\/strong> Essential for SEO! We load the plugin assets in a way that doesn't block your site\u2019s initial rendering, ensuring high Google PageSpeed scores.\n* REST API Integration:<\/strong> Using the WordPress REST API for saving settings ensures a modern, secure, and fast administrative experience.<\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\udc8e Unlock Business Growth with Shois PRO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Upgrade to PRO to access advanced targeting, team management, and deep analytics.<\/p>\n\n

Multi-Agent & Department Routing (PRO)<\/strong>\nDon't just link to one number. Build a professional support system:\n* Unlimited Agent Profiles:<\/strong> Add your entire team with names and professional titles.\n* Department Routing:<\/strong> Automatically route \"Sales\" queries to your sales team and \"Technical\" queries to support.\n* Personalized Avatars:<\/strong> Upload real photos of your team to build instant human trust.\n* Live Availability Indicators:<\/strong> Show a \"Green Dot\" when your agents are online and ready to chat.<\/p>\n\n

Advanced Micro-Targeting (PRO)<\/strong>\nShow the right button to the right person at the right time:\n* Page-Specific Widgets:<\/strong> Show a special WhatsApp button for your \"Pricing\" page and a different one for \"Support.\"\n* URL-Based Targeting:<\/strong> Use wildcard matching to include or exclude specific sections of your site.\n* Device Visibility:<\/strong> Choose to show the widget only on Mobile, only on Desktop, or both.\n* Homepage Control:<\/strong> Specific rules to show or hide the widget on your landing page.<\/p>\n\n

Smart Scheduling & Timezone Controls (PRO)<\/strong>\nStop getting messages at 3:00 AM:\n* Operating Hours:<\/strong> Set specific working hours for every day of the week.\n* Timezone Aware:<\/strong> The plugin automatically calculates your local time to show or hide the button.\n* Auto-Hide Feature:<\/strong> The widget disappears automatically when you are off-duty.<\/p>\n\n

High-Conversion Animation Engine (PRO)<\/strong>\nGrab your visitor\u2019s attention before they scroll away:\n* Entry Animations:<\/strong> Use Slide-in or Fade-in for a premium feel.\n* Continuous Attention-Seekers:<\/strong> Make your WhatsApp Chat Button \"Pulse,\" \"Bounce,\" or \"Shake\" to drive more clicks.\n* Interactive Hover Effects:<\/strong> Add smooth transitions when users interact with agent profiles.<\/p>\n\n

Actionable Analytics Dashboard (PRO)<\/strong>\nStop guessing and start measuring:\n* Interaction Tracking:<\/strong> See total clicks and engagement rates.\n* Platform Breakdown:<\/strong> Find out if your users prefer WhatsApp or Telegram.\n* Performance Metrics:<\/strong> Track which agents are getting the most engagement.<\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\udcc2 Explore Our Other Plugins<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

If you love Shois Chat Button, check out our other tools designed to enhance your WordPress experience:\n* Uply<\/a>:<\/strong> Animated Scroll to Top Button, Progress Bar, and Read Time indicator.\n* Login Page Customizer and Designer<\/a>:<\/strong> Transform your boring WordPress login page into a branded experience.\n* SmartWait Animated Preloader<\/a>:<\/strong> Beautiful, high-performance preloaders to keep visitors engaged while your site loads.<\/p>\n\n

Ready to boost your sales? Download Shois Chat Button<\/strong> now and give your customers the instant support they deserve!<\/p>\n\n

Platforms Supported<\/h4>\n\n
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  1. WhatsApp<\/li>\n
  2. Telegram<\/li>\n
  3. Facebook Messenger<\/li>\n
  4. Instagram DM<\/li>\n
  5. Viber<\/li>\n
  6. Line<\/li>\n
  7. Signal<\/li>\n
  8. Discord<\/li>\n
  9. Skype<\/li>\n
  10. Snapchat<\/li>\n
  11. TikTok<\/li>\n
  12. WeChat<\/li>\n
  13. Custom Link<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

    Developer Instructions<\/h3>\n\n

    The admin dashboard is built with React and bundled using @wordpress\/scripts<\/code> (Webpack).\nThe original, unminified source code is included in the admin\/src\/<\/code> directory.<\/p>\n\n

    To rebuild the admin assets:<\/p>\n\n

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    1. Navigate to the admin\/<\/code> folder inside the plugin directory.<\/li>\n
    2. Run npm install<\/code> to install dependencies.<\/li>\n
    3. Run npm run build<\/code> to compile the production bundle into admin\/build\/<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

      The frontend widget (widget\/<\/code>) uses vanilla JavaScript and CSS \u2014 no build step required.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      1. Upload the shois-chat-button<\/code> folder to \/wp-content\/plugins\/<\/code>.<\/li>\n
      2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.<\/li>\n
      3. Go to Shois Chat<\/strong> in the admin sidebar.<\/li>\n
      4. Follow the setup wizard to configure your first chat button.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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        Is the Shois Chat Button plugin completely free to use?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Yes, the core features of Shois Chat Button, including multi-platform connectivity (WhatsApp, Telegram, Messenger), the Visual Builder, and custom branding options, are available entirely for free to help you grow your business.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        Will adding this chat widget slow down my WordPress website?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Not at all. Shois Chat Button is built with a lightweight architecture and uses deferred asset loading. This means the plugin assets load only after your main content, ensuring your SEO and PageSpeed scores remain optimal.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        Can I display multiple platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram in a single widget?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Yes! You can display more than 13 popular communication channels, including WhatsApp, Telegram, and Facebook Messenger, simultaneously within one clean and organized floating widget.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        Do I need any coding skills to customize the chat button?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        No coding is required. The plugin features a React-powered Visual Builder that allows you to customize colors, icons, and positions using a simple point-and-click interface with a live preview of your changes.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        How do I connect my WhatsApp number to the button?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Simply select WhatsApp in the plugin dashboard, enter your phone number with the country code, and save. You can also add a pre-filled welcome message to make it easier for customers to start a conversation.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        Is the Shois Chat Button widget responsive on mobile devices?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Yes, the widget is fully responsive and designed to work perfectly across all screen sizes, including smartphones, tablets, and desktops, providing a seamless experience for all your visitors.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        Can I change the position of the chat button on my website?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Absolutely. You can easily toggle the widget position between the bottom-left and bottom-right of your screen. You also have full control over margins and padding to ensure it fits your layout perfectly.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        Is this plugin compatible with page builders like Elementor or Divi?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Yes, Shois Chat Button is 100% compatible with all modern WordPress themes and popular page builders like Elementor, Divi, and Gutenberg, without causing any technical conflicts.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        Can I customize the Call-to-Action (CTA) text next to the button?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Yes, you can write your own personalized text, such as \"Need Help?\" or \"Talk to Us,\" to encourage more visitors to click the chat button and start a conversation.<\/p><\/dd>\n

        Can I translate the plugin into my local language?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

        Yes, the plugin is localization-ready. You can easily translate all the frontend text, labels, and greetings into your preferred language to match your website's primary audience.<\/p><\/dd>\n\n<\/dl>\n\n\n

        1.0.0<\/h4>\n\n
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        • Initial release.<\/li>\n
        • 13 messaging platforms supported.<\/li>\n
        • 4 built-in templates with visual editor.<\/li>\n
        • 50+ CSS animations across 6 categories.<\/li>\n
        • Multi-agent support with availability scheduling.<\/li>\n
        • Display rules engine with PHP and JS evaluation.<\/li>\n
        • Analytics dashboard.<\/li>\n
        • WooCommerce integration.<\/li>\n
        • Full WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>","raw_excerpt":"WhatsApp Chat, Telegram, Messenger, Instagram, Discord, and 8+ chat apps to skyrocket your conversion rates. With Readymade templates, Animation, and …","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin\/297269","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/plugin"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=297269"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wporg\/v1\/users\/shoiswp"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=297269"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"plugin_section","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_section?post=297269"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_tags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_tags?post=297269"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_category?post=297269"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_contributors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_contributors?post=297269"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_business_model","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/szl.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_business_model?post=297269"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}