Easy-to-configure floating WhatsApp button for WordPress. Perfect for contacting your visitors.
Floating Contact Button adds a customizable WhatsApp chat button to your WordPress site. Visitors can click the floating button and start a conversation in WhatsApp (click-to-chat) using your predefined message.
Main features
- WhatsApp click-to-chat link (wa.me)
- 4 button styles (circle, square, pill, with text)
- Animations and hover effects
- Responsive options (different sizes per device)
- Display rules (mobile/desktop, home/posts/pages)
- Triggers (delay, scroll, time on page)
- Optional GDPR consent modal before opening WhatsApp
- Optional basic click tracking (date/time + page URL)
- Optional UTM parameters for marketing attribution
Performance
The plugin only loads its assets on pages where the button is displayed, and it is designed to be lightweight.
Compatibility
Works with any WordPress theme and most page builders. Compatible with WooCommerce sites (use it as a support and pre-sales contact button).
Privacy
You can enable a GDPR consent prompt before opening WhatsApp. If click tracking is enabled, the free version stores only minimal data for counting clicks.
Pro version
If you need advanced features like multiple agents, contextual messages, A/B testing, and advanced analytics, contact us at labsvortice@gmail.com.
Additional Info
Developed by: Vórtice Labs
Support: labsvortice@gmail.com
System Requirements
- WordPress 5.6 or higher
- PHP 7.3 or higher
- PHP Memory: minimum 64MB
Compatibility
- ✅ All WordPress themes
- ✅ Page builders (Elementor, Divi, etc.)
- ✅ Cache plugins
- ✅ WPML and translation plugins
- ✅ WooCommerce and e-commerce plugins
License and Support
This plugin is available under GPL v2 license and is completely free.
For basic support, please review the included documentation. For advanced features and priority support, consider the Pro version.
Pro Version
Need more features? The Pro version includes:
* Multiple agents with automatic rotation
* A/B Testing to optimize conversions
* Advanced analytics with complete dashboard
* Contextual messages per page
* Smart template system
* Priority email support
Contact us: labsvortice@gmail.com
Screenshots
Main configuration panel - Easy setup in 2 minutes
Color and style customization - 4 styles, 6 animations, 5 hover effects
Responsive configuration by device - Customize sizes for mobile, tablet, desktop
Visibility and trigger controls - Show/hide by page, device, or user behavior
Privacy and GDPR configuration - Compliance settings and consent options
Dashboard with analytics - Track clicks and engagement (basic version)
Button preview - See your button design in real-time
How do I add a WhatsApp button to WordPress?
Simply install and activate the plugin, then go to Floating Contact Button in your WordPress admin menu. Enter your WhatsApp number, customize the design, and you’re done! The button will appear on your site automatically.
Does it work with any WordPress theme?
Yes! It’s compatible with all WordPress themes including popular ones like Astra, GeneratePress, OceanWP, and custom themes. The button uses absolute positioning and won’t interfere with your theme’s design.
Can I customize the WhatsApp button appearance?
Absolutely! You can customize colors, choose from 4 button styles (circle, square, pill, with text), select from 6 animations, and apply 5 different hover effects. You can also set different sizes for mobile, tablet, and desktop devices.
Does it work on mobile devices?
Yes, it’s fully responsive and optimized for mobile devices. You can configure different sizes and positions specifically for mobile, tablet, and desktop to ensure the best user experience on all devices.
Is it GDPR compliant?
Yes! The plugin includes GDPR compliance features with optional consent prompts before opening WhatsApp. You can enable privacy controls to comply with data protection regulations.
Does it affect my site’s loading speed?
No! The plugin is lightweight and optimized for performance. It uses asynchronous loading techniques and won’t slow down your website. It’s designed to have zero impact on page load times.
Can I use multiple WhatsApp numbers?
The free version supports one WhatsApp number. If you need multiple agents or automatic number rotation, check out the Pro version which includes multi-agent support.
Does it work with WooCommerce?
Yes! The plugin is fully compatible with WooCommerce and all major e-commerce plugins. You can use it to provide customer support for your online store.
Can I show the button only on specific pages?
Yes! You can control visibility by device type (mobile/desktop), page type (home, posts, pages), and set triggers like delay, scroll, or time on page.
Is there technical support available?
This is a free plugin with community support. For priority email support and advanced features like A/B testing, advanced analytics, and multi-agent support, consider upgrading to the Pro version.
How do I change the WhatsApp button position?
Go to the plugin settings and use the position controls to place the button anywhere on your screen (top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right, or custom positions).
Can I add a custom message that opens with WhatsApp?
Yes! You can set a pre-configured message that will automatically appear when users click the button, making it easier for customers to contact you with context.
ChangeLog
1.1.3
- FIXED: Responsive per-device settings now preserve values correctly when saving.
- FIXED: Device-specific size values are shown correctly after reloading the settings page.
1.1.2
- FIXED: Reduced plugin tags to 5 for WordPress.org compliance.
- FIXED: Restored a valid WordPress.org username in the Contributors field.
- CHANGED: Updated plugin metadata and version for the new release.
1.1.1
- FIXED: Button background color now applies correctly even when responsive mode is disabled.
- FIXED: Button styles (pill/text_side) no longer break due to forced width/height in frontend renderer.
- FIXED: Removed debug logging from settings sanitization for WordPress.org compliance.
1.1.0
- IMPROVED: Complete UI/UX redesign with unified styling across all admin pages.
- IMPROVED: Dashboard and settings now use consistent WhatsApp green color palette.
- IMPROVED: Better spacing between form fields and cards (increased padding to 32px).
- IMPROVED: KPI cards redesigned with vertical layout for better readability.
- IMPROVED: Form inputs now have visible dark borders (#64748b) for better usability.
- FIXED: Critical bug where checkbox values were lost when switching between tabs.
- FIXED: Collapsible fields animation works correctly after multiple open/close cycles.
- FIXED: WordPress footer positioning no longer overlaps plugin content in dashboard.
- FIXED: Test button in dashboard now works correctly.
- REMOVED: Emoji icons from interface for a cleaner, professional appearance.
- CHANGED: All CSS transitions unified to 0.25s ease-out for consistent feel.
1.0.8
- Added full internationalization (i18n) support with complete translation template (.pot file).
- Added English translation (en_US) for all plugin strings.
- Improved textdomain loading to ensure translations work correctly.
- Enhanced GDPR modal styling options with comprehensive customization controls.
1.0.7
- Added customizable styling options for GDPR modal (background colors, button colors, border radius).
- Fixed undefined array key warnings in frontend class.
- SEO optimization: Changed tag from “widget” to “floating” for better discoverability.
1.0.6
- Renamed plugin to “Floating Contact Button” to comply with WordPress.org trademark policies.
- Updated dashboard header title color to white for better visibility.
- Added new frontend screenshots showcasing button variations and live website views.
1.0.5
- Marked plugin as tested up to WordPress 6.9 for compatibility.
- Minor internal adjustments and documentation updates for the 6.9 release cycle.
1.0.4
- New global toggle to enable or disable the WhatsApp button from the Basic tab.
- Header status now synced with the toggle (shows Active/Inactive correctly).
- Visual improvements in the admin header (better contrast, main title in white, clearer status badge).
- Added a “Report a bug” button directly in the settings footer.
- Updated Pro version copy to show launch price (USD 5).
1.0.3
- SEO optimization: Updated short description with keywords (WhatsApp button, WhatsApp chat, WhatsApp widget)
- Added SEO paragraph in description section for better WordPress.org search visibility
- Added review call-to-action: Footer message and admin notice after saving settings
- UI improvements: Removed duplicate title, unified style to friendly Spanish (informal tone)
- Removed duplicate preview in Visual Effects section (already shown in sidebar)
- Fixed dashboard statistics: Prevented values from disappearing due to JavaScript conflicts
- Added Analytics field in Privacy tab with clear Basic vs Pro separation
- Optimized data collection: Free version only collects essential data (date, URL), Pro version collects detailed analytics (device, browser, country, IP, etc.)
- Improved dashboard period selector synchronization
- Enhanced user experience with consistent informal Spanish language throughout admin panel
1.0.2
- Changed all prefixes from “mcnb” to “mcnb” to comply with WordPress naming conventions (minimum 4 characters)
- Fixed security issues: all $_SERVER, $_POST, $_GET inputs are now properly sanitized and validated
- Fixed internationalization: all menu titles and section titles now use English as base language
- Fixed hook names to use proper plugin prefix
- Renamed main plugin file to follow WordPress convention (madnesschat-button.php)
- Improved code security and compliance with WordPress Coding Standards
1.0.1
Bug fixes and improvements. Fixed privacy settings saving, checkbox persistence, and visual effects preview.
1.0.0
First version of Floating Contact Button. Free plugin to add a WhatsApp button to your WordPress website.
