=== Better Chat Support for Messenger ===
Contributors: themeatelier, faysal61, shshakib2001
Tags: messenger chat, messenger, customer care, facebook messenger, facebook
Donate Link: https://themeatelier.net/downloads/better-chat-support-for-messenger/
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 7.0
Requires PHP: 7.0.0
Stable tag: 2.0.1
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Add a customizable Messenger chat bubble to your site for instant conversations, smart pre-filled messages, and availability control.

== Description ==

Better Messenger Chat Support is a WordPress plugin that allows website owners to easily add a Messenger chat bubble to their website. This enables website visitors to send you message directly via Messenger in 3 simple clicks to land on your direct consultation. As soon as they come to your website, and check your products or services in order to get those things they can message you directly through the bubble button or the buttons we provided in the plugin. The plugin also includes features such as bubble with a single agent with a pre-filled message, bubble with name and message form, customizable buttons,  automatic message pre-fill, offline message support and availability option based on your timezone.

**👁️[Plugin Demo](https://themeatelier.net/downloads/better-chat-support-for-messenger/#shortcode) | 🚀[Pro Version](https://themeatelier.net/downloads/better-chat-support-for-messenger/) | 👩🏼‍💻[Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/better-chat-support/) | 🌟[Rate this plugin](https://wordpress.org/plugins/better-chat-support/reviews/#new-post)**

== Video demo ==
[youtube https://youtu.be/uskCC8jo4mo]

== WHY Better Messenger Chat Support ==

Messenger has become one of the most popular messaging platforms in the world, with over 1.3 billion active users. As a result, many businesses have begun using Messenger as a customer support channel. The Better Messenger Chat Support WordPress plugin has emerged as a popular solution for businesses looking to provide Facebook Messenger-based customer support to their customers.

First and foremost, the Better Messenger Chat Support plugin is incredibly easy to install and use. It is a lightweight plugin that can be installed with just a few clicks. Once installed, you need to configure the bubble from settings panel to show chat bubble in your website as you want, it allows your customers to initiate a chat with you directly from your website. This convenience makes it easier for customers to get in touch with you, and in turn, can lead to higher customer satisfaction rates.

The plugin also allows you to customize the appearance and functionality of the Messenger chat button. You can choose from various button styles, sizes, and positions to make it fit seamlessly with your website's design. Additionally, you can set up automated messages to greet your customers and provide them with helpful information or instructions.

Another reason people use the Better Messenger Chat Support plugin is that it allows businesses to provide instant support to their customers. Unlike email or phone support, Messenger provides instant messaging that allows businesses to quickly respond to customer inquiries. This can lead to faster issue resolution and ultimately, happier customers.

In addition to providing instant support, the Better Messenger Chat Support plugin allows businesses to save time and money. By using Messenger as a customer support channel, businesses can reduce the number of phone calls and emails they receive. This, in turn, can reduce the workload of customer support teams, allowing them to focus on other important tasks.

Finally, the Better Messenger Chat Support plugin allows businesses to build stronger relationships with their customers. By providing fast and efficient customer support, businesses can increase customer satisfaction rates and build a loyal customer base. This can ultimately lead to increased revenue and growth for the business.

The Better Messenger Chat Support plugin is a popular solution for businesses looking to provide Facebook Messenger-based customer support to your customers. Its ease of use, customization options, instant support capabilities, time and totally free of use, and customer relationship building features make it a powerful tool for businesses of all sizes.

== CORE FEATURES ==

* **Single agent support** – This option will allow you to add a bubble with a single Messenger account for receiving messages in the Messenger.

* **Different call to action buttons** – We provide a set of buttons to use anywhere on your website and all functionalities also can be set with each button.

* **Availability time** – You will have available time for a single agent and for the buttons.

* **Set timezone** – You will able to set your timezone so your time will work based on your time otherwise it will work from the user’s computer’s time.

* **Let your audience know you’re offline** – Based on your available time it will show you offline when you are not available

* **GDPR compliance** – You will able to enable GDPR compliance checkbox with your own custom notice/message.

* **Floating bubble animations** – We have lots of animations to show the button UI awesomely.

* **Elementor buttons** – The plugin provide a Elementor widget which has tons of options for crating amazing Better Messenger Chat Support buttons.

* **Gutenberg Block for buttons** – The plugin provide a Gutenberg block which has tons of options for crating amazing Better Messenger Chat Support buttons.

== PREMIUM FEATURES ==

👉 **Everything in Free:** You will get all the free features in premium version.

👉 **Unlimited Chat agents** You will able to add unlimited agents for chat in different way. There has several options to preset them like grid, list, search feature and many more.

👉 **Premium Support** If you face any issue and create a support ticket regarding that we will back to you within 6 hours with solution.

👉 **Lifetime update** The premium plugin is totally lifetime deal with lifetime new update. There is no need for yearly renewals.


## External services
Better Chat Support For Messenger uses [Appsero](https://appsero.com) SDK to collect some telemetry data upon user's confirmation. This helps us to troubleshoot problems faster & make product improvements.

Appsero SDK **does not gather any data by default.** The SDK only starts gathering basic telemetry data **when a user allows it via the admin notice**. We collect the data to ensure a great user experience for all our users.

Integrating Appsero SDK **DOES NOT IMMEDIATELY** start gathering data, **without confirmation from users in any case.**

Learn more about how [Appsero collects and uses this data](https://appsero.com/privacy-policy/).


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Disclaimer: Better Chat Support for Messenger is an independent plugin and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Meta or Facebook.

If you’re looking for official solutions, Meta also provides plugins such as **[Facebook Chat Plugin – Live Chat Plugin for WordPress](https://wordpress.org/plugins/facebook-messenger-customer-chat/)**, **[Facebook for WooCommerce](https://wordpress.org/plugins/facebook-for-woocommerce/)**, and **[Meta Pixel for WordPress](https://wordpress.org/plugins/official-facebook-pixel/)**.

== FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ==

= Where do I get Support? =

You can contact us trough this channels
<a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/better-chat-support/">WordPress Plugin Directory</a> || <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThemeAtelier/">Facebook Page</a> 

= Can I add more than one agent? =
Yes. Multiple agents can be added in premium version.

= Is this plugin GDPR compatible? =
Yes, The plugin don’t save any personal data and don’t use cookies. You also have option to show GDPR compliance notice with checkbox so user can agree.

= Is it translation ready? =
Yes. The plugin is totally translation ready. If it's not support in your language you need to edit it with any translation plugin.

== Installation ==

1. Upload plugin directory to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin.

== Screenshots ==
1. Frontend chat bubble with form
2. Frontend chat bubble without form
3. Frontend buttons
4. Admin panel

== Changelog ==
= 2.0.1 – 01 May, 2026 =
* Added: Theme Style option to choose different chat bubble designs (e.g., Flat and Custom styles).
* Added: Display Notification Icon option to show or hide the notification icon in the interface.

= 2.0.0 – 22 April, 2026 =
* Added: New “Simple Button” floating layout.
* Updated: Completely redesigned admin panel for improved usability.
* Updated: Refined option titles and descriptions for better clarity.
* Updated: Enhanced Gutenberg block settings and controls.
* Updated: Improved Elementor widget options and customization.

= 1.3.2 – 01 April, 2026 =
* Added: Floating Chat Layout field.
* Improved: Option dependency logic.
* Tested up to: WordPress 7.0.

= 1.3.1 – 11 March, 2026 =
* Added: Custom CSS and JavaScrip option under setting to the Advance tag.
* Added: More bubble position.
* Added: Visibility option for bubble.
* Fixed: Agent availability issue.
* Fixed: Device visibility issue.
* Update: Moved Clean-up Data on Deletion setting to the Advance tab. 

= 1.2.22 – January 27, 2026 =
* Removed: Appsero integration.
* Update: Some codebase.

= 1.2.21 – December 31, 2025 =
* Added: Data clean-up option on deletion.
* Added: Enable/disable option for the floating chat feature.
* Added: New shortcode attributes: background, visibility, size, and rounded corners.
* Fixed: Codebase refactored for improved stability and maintainability.
* Updated: Verified compatibility with the latest WordPress release.
* Updated: Verified compatibility with the latest PHP version.

= 1.2.20 December 21 2025 =
* Tested: WordPress 6.9 compatibility.

= 1.2.19 November 12 2025 =
* Updated: Ensured all data is properly sanitized, validated, and escaped.

= 1.2.18 October 25 2025 =
* Tested: WordPress 6.8.3 compatibility.
* Update: Improved some codebase

= 1.2.17 - July 29, 2025 =
* Added: Conditional check for photo display — if no photo is set, it won’t show a blank image.
* Fixed: Button CSS issues when using various animation styles.
* Updated: Plugin markup across different scenarios to ensure better compatibility with all types of themes.

= 2.2.16 - June 26, 2025 =
* Update: Plugin menu name to 'Messenger' for better useablity.
* Update: Recommanded plugins.
* Update: Upgrade to pro plugin menu.

= 2.2.15 - May 12, 2025 =
* Fixed: Timezone issues.
* Added: Position control option.

= 1.2.14 - April 22, 2025 =
* Tested: WordPress 6.8 compatibility.
* Fix: The translation-related warning with WP 6.8.

= 1.2.13 - April 09, 2025 =
* Updted: Some codebase.

= 1.2.12 - April 08, 2025 =
* Tested: WordPress 6.8 compatibility.
* Added: Plugin help page.
* Updated: Plugin readme content.

1.2.11
* TESTED: WordPress 6.7.1 compatibility.

1.2.10
* TESTED: WordPress 6.7 compatibility.

=1.2.9=
* Added: Some translation strings.
* Fixed: Some eccaping issues.

=1.2.8=
* Fixed: Preview issue for agent photo
* Tested: WordPress 6.6.2

=1.2.7=
* Submenu hidden from admin side menu.
* Admin top bar menu hidden
* Nav style added as Inline.

=1.1.4=
* Change plugin display name
* Added compatibility with latest WordPress 6.3

=1.0.0=
* Initial release

== Upgrade Notice ==