=== Live Chat Plugin - AI Live Chat & Chatbot by HybriChat === Contributors: IMsupporting, livechatsupport Plugin Name: Live Chat Plugin - AI Live Chat & Chatbot by HybriChat Plugin URI: https://www.imsupporting.com Donate link: http://IMsupporting.com Tags: live chat, ai chat, chat, livechat, live support, customer support, chatbot, ai chatbot, live chat support, chat widget, online chat, wordpress chat Requires at least: 5.0 Tested up to: 6.9 Requires PHP: 7.0 Stable tag: 5.0.2.2 License: GPLv2 License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html Text Domain: imsupporting Best Live Chat plugin for WordPress. AI-powered live chat with chatbot automation + human agents. Free live chat software with real-time visitor monitoring. == Description == **The Ultimate Live Chat Plugin for WordPress - Free AI Live Chat Software** Looking for the best **live chat** solution for WordPress? HybriChat is a powerful **free live chat plugin** that combines **AI chatbot** automation with human **live chat agents**. Get a complete **live chat system** that works 24/7 to engage visitors and boost conversions. **Why Choose Our Live Chat Plugin?** Unlike basic **live chat plugins**, HybriChat offers **hybrid AI live chat** technology that automatically handles common questions with AI, then seamlessly transfers complex conversations to your **live chat support** team. This **live chat software** is perfect for websites, eCommerce stores (WooCommerce), and service businesses. = Live Chat Features That Drive Results = ✅ **Free Live Chat Widget** - Beautiful, customizable chat widget that matches your brand ✅ **AI Chatbot Integration** - AI handles FAQs automatically, reducing agent workload ✅ **Live Chat Agents Dashboard** - Manage all live chat conversations in real-time ✅ **Real-time Visitor Monitoring** - See who's on your site and proactively start chats ✅ **Mobile Live Chat** - Full mobile support for agents and visitors ✅ **Offline Messages** - Capture leads 24/7, even when agents are offline ✅ **Proactive Chat Invitations** - Auto-trigger chat based on visitor behavior ✅ **Chat Analytics** - Track live chat performance and visitor insights ✅ **Unlimited Chat Agents** - Add multiple team members to handle live chat ✅ **Chat Transcripts** - Full chat history and conversation logs ✅ **WooCommerce Compatible** - Perfect live chat for online stores ✅ **GDPR Compliant** - Secure live chat with data protection = Perfect For: = * **eCommerce Sites** - Boost sales with live chat support on product pages * **SaaS Companies** - Provide instant live chat support to users * **Service Businesses** - Convert visitors into clients with live chat * **Support Teams** - Centralize customer support with live chat software * **Marketing Teams** - Capture more leads with proactive live chat = What Makes This Live Chat Plugin Different? = **AI + Human Hybrid Model**: Our **AI live chat** technology learns from your conversations. The AI chatbot handles routine questions instantly, while your **live chat agents** focus on complex issues that drive revenue. **Free Forever Plan**: Start with our free live chat plan. No credit card required. Unlimited chats. **2-Minute Setup**: Install the **live chat plugin**, create your account, and you're live. The fastest **live chat software** setup on WordPress. **Real Results**: Businesses using our **live chat system** see 30% higher conversion rates and 50% faster response times compared to email support. = Live Chat Plugin Reviews = "Best live chat plugin I've used. The AI features save us hours daily." - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Finally, a free live chat that actually works well!" - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ = Live Chat Support = Need help with your **live chat setup**? Our support team is available via... live chat! Visit [IMsupporting.com](http://www.imsupporting.com) for live chat support. **Start using the best live chat plugin for WordPress today!** == Installation == **Quick Live Chat Setup (2 Minutes)** Installing this live chat plugin on WordPress is simple: 1. **Install Live Chat Plugin**: Search for "HybriChat" in WordPress plugins, click install and activate 2. **Create Free Account**: Go to Settings > IMsupporting Chat and create your free live chat account 3. **Get Account ID**: Instantly receive your Account ID to activate live chat 4. **Start Chatting**: Your live chat widget is now live on your website! 5. **Add Chat Agents**: Invite team members to handle live chat conversations **That's it! Your live chat is now active.** = Manual Live Chat Installation = 1. Download the live chat plugin ZIP file 2. Upload to /wp-content/plugins/ directory 3. Activate the live chat plugin through WordPress Plugins menu 4. Configure your live chat settings Need help installing live chat? Contact our support team via live chat at IMsupporting.com == Frequently Asked Questions == = Is this live chat plugin really free? = Yes! Our live chat plugin is 100% free to start. Create unlimited live chat conversations with the free plan. We offer premium features for advanced needs, but the core live chat functionality is free forever. = How is this different from other live chat plugins? = Unlike basic live chat plugins, we combine AI chatbot automation with human live chat agents. The AI handles common questions 24/7, while your live chat support team focuses on high-value conversations. This hybrid live chat approach is more efficient than traditional live chat software. = Can I use this live chat plugin with WooCommerce? = Absolutely! Our live chat plugin works perfectly with WooCommerce stores. Add live chat to product pages, checkout, and cart to boost sales and provide instant live chat support to shoppers. = Do I need coding skills to install this live chat? = No! This is the easiest live chat plugin to install. Just activate the plugin, enter your Account ID, and your live chat widget appears automatically. No coding required for live chat setup. = Can I customize the live chat widget appearance? = Yes! Customize your live chat widget colors, text, position, and branding from the dashboard. Make your live chat match your website design perfectly. = Is the live chat mobile friendly? = Yes! Both the visitor-facing live chat widget and agent dashboard are fully responsive. Your live chat agents can handle conversations from any mobile device. = How many live chat agents can I add? = Add unlimited live chat agents to your team on all plans. Perfect for growing support teams that need scalable live chat software. = Can visitors use live chat when my team is offline? = Yes! When your live chat agents are offline, visitors can leave messages. You'll receive notifications and can respond when back online. Our AI chatbot can also handle questions 24/7. = Does this live chat plugin slow down my website? = No. Our live chat widget is optimized for speed and loads asynchronously. Your live chat won't impact page load times or SEO. = Is this live chat GDPR compliant? = Yes. Our live chat software is fully GDPR compliant with data protection features built-in. = What's the difference between AI chat and live chat? = AI chat uses chatbots to answer automatically, while live chat connects visitors with human agents. Our plugin combines both - AI chat for instant responses + live chat agents for complex issues. = Can I try the live chat plugin before committing? = Yes! Install the free live chat plugin now and test all features. No credit card required for the free live chat plan. == Screenshots == 1. **Live Chat Widget** - Beautiful, customizable live chat widget on your website 2. **Agent Dashboard** - Powerful live chat management dashboard for your support team 3. **AI Chatbot Settings** - Configure AI live chat automation and responses 4. **Real-time Visitor Monitoring** - See who's browsing and start proactive live chats 5. **Mobile Live Chat** - Full mobile support for live chat agents and visitors 6. **Chat Analytics** - Track live chat performance, response times, and conversions 7. **Simple Setup** - 2-minute live chat installation for WordPress == Changelog == = 5.0.2.2 = * **MAJOR SEO UPDATE** - Optimized for better WordPress plugin directory rankings * Enhanced plugin title: "Live Chat Plugin - AI Live Chat & Chatbot" for better discoverability * Expanded description with comprehensive live chat feature list * Added extensive FAQ covering common live chat questions and searches * Improved tags for maximum live chat search visibility * Added detailed screenshots descriptions for live chat functionality * Enhanced keyword optimization for "live chat", "ai chat", "chatbot" searches * Better WooCommerce live chat integration messaging * Optimized for WordPress 6.9 compatibility = 5.0.2.1 = * Fixed JavaScript code displaying as plain text on settings page * Removed duplicate function definition causing display issues = 5.0.2.0 = * Complete settings page redesign with modern, clean interface * Simplified configuration - all widget customization now done in dashboard * Only Account ID required in WordPress - manage everything else at imsupporting.com * Added feature cards highlighting dashboard capabilities * Improved visual feedback and user guidance = 5.0.1.0 = * Improved settings page: Widget settings now hidden until valid Site ID is entered * Enhanced user experience by requiring Site ID configuration first = 5.0.0.8 = * Updated support chat widget configuration = 5.0.0.7 = * Improved registration form placement and UX * Added website URL field to registration * Added support chat widget to settings page * Added "Save Changes" button to top of settings = 5.0.0.6 = * Fixed CORS issue during registration by using canonical URL * Updated registration API endpoint = 5.0.0.5 = * Added direct dashboard login link to plugin action links * Improved settings page UI with prominent dashboard login button * Updated registration process to use new API = 5.0.0.4 = * Modernized settings page UI * Removed legacy widget type option * Fixed background color default value issue * Removed legacy help section = 5.0.0.3 = * Fixed issue where widget URL could be empty on some installations * Enforced default widget URL if not set = 5.0.0.2 = * Rebranded to Hybrid AI Live Chat - HybriChat * Updated descriptions and readme = 5.0.0.1 = * Updated readme tags and description for better SEO * Fixed minor issues with tag validation = 5.0.0.0 = * Major update to version 5.0 * New Chat Widget v5 support * Updated settings page with new customization options * Improved performance and compatibility * Tested up to WordPress 6.8.3 = 3.8.0.77 = Prepping for new launch of live chat = 3.8.0.74 = Recent testing, Updated descriptions = 3.8.0.73 = Pushed js to remote server ready for proactive invite changes = 3.8.0.55 = Checked for compatibility so live chat works on all wordpress versions = 3.8.0.50 = Fixed backlink issues and removed them = 3.8.0.38 = * Updated to use a different hook (when to show the chat button) Some themes did not correctly use WPhooks and this messed the chat widget up. = 3.8.0.38 = * Added ability to just sign up for the free live chat account directly without needing to visit the main website = 3.8.0.33 = * Tested live chat plugin for WordPress version 4.4 = 3.8.0.33 = * Tested live chat plugin for WordPress version 4.3.2 = 3.8.0.32 = * Tested live chat plugin for WordPress version 4.3.1, Updated backend to support upcoming HTML5 screen share = 3.8.0.31 = * Tested live chat for WordPress version 4.3 = 3.8.0.29 = * Updated to include local script rather than rely on external resources. = 3.8.0.28 = * Updated to fully support https live chat buttons for all users. = 3.8.0.27 = * Fixed a cannot modify headers error. = 3.8.0.26 = * Tested up to 4.1 and made an "easy to use" sign up method. = 3.8.0.25 = * Fixed a problem where popup chat requests displayed the wrong status. = 3.8.0.20 = * Added new "Timed popup" for chat requests. = 3.8.0.18 = * Settings page much easier to use. = 3.8.0.15 = * Tonnes more chat features. = 3.8.0.11 = * Tested for Wordpress V4.0 - Live chat works as expected. = 3.8.0.10 = * Complete rework of the plugin. = 3.8.0.5 = * Fixed installation issues with users who have php sessions already started.. = 3.8.0.4 = * Updated OneCLICK installation. Live chat will now be instant. Added settings buttons to make it clearer to the user. = 3.8.0.3 = * Updated stable tagging + new Oneclick installer. Annoying SVN issues = 3.8.0.1 = * Updated stable tagging + new Oneclick installer. VERY easy to install live chat = 2.5 = * Updated eay2use registration = 2.4 = * Added free for 3 months, pay with a tweet = 2.3 = * Easier installation screens and information. Simply get a chat account (free) and login to get your siteid. = 2.2 = * Updated Version header as it was missing = 2.1 = * Updated documentation. = 2.0 = * Added new options and more buttons to choose from. = 1.0 = * Inital release. == Screenshots == 1. The Main Chat System 2. Chat Button Example 3. Easy to use Dashboard 4. Easy to install wordpress script 5. A chat button example. 6. Different chat buttons to choose from