HTML5 Chat is the #65 ranked chat app on WordPress, with a 3.3 average rating from 9 reviews, as of Aug 31, 2026.
HTML5 Chat is a WordPress Plugin Directory app by proxymis. With a rating of 3.3★ from 9 reviews, it currently ranks #65 in the Chat category.
AppRanks data: HTML5 Chat ranks #65 in Chat on WordPress Plugin Directory, placing it in the top 13% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
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HTML5 Chat is a mixed-rating WordPress app with a limited review volume. It is listed in the Chat category on WordPress Plugin Directory, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. 9 reviews put it in the early-traction tier — useful for early-stage stores willing to be on the leading edge. Early-traction review counts are sensitive to single launch periods or feature events, so a 30-day re-check before bigger commitments often resolves whether the trend is sustained. Paid-only pricing means evaluating fit on the marketplace listing or via the developer's documentation before installing. AppRanks tracks rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position daily — the figures on this page reflect the most recent scrape from the canonical WordPress Plugin Directory listing.
Pros
- +Published by proxymis — established developer track record
Cons
- −Average rating below 4.0 (3.3★) — read recent low-star reviews before committing
- −Limited review base (9) — ratings can shift significantly with new feedback
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How HTML5 Chat works
HTML5 Chat allows you to quickly add a live audio and video chat to any WordPress page or post.
The plugin embeds the HTML5-based chat service from html5-chat.com, without requiring any technical configuration.
Once activated, you can insert the chat anywhere using a simple shortcode.
Key features:
– Live audio & video chat (HTML5)
– Simple shortcode integration
– Customizable width & height
– Fullscreen mode support
– Admin moderation tools
– CSS customization via admin panel
– Works on desktop and mobile browsers
After activation, your chat access credentials are automatically sent to your WordPress admin email.
Security note:
Version 1.07 includes a security fix for a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in shortcode attributes (CVE-2024-12451).
Credit: Peter Thaleikis / Wordfence.
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Category rankings
As of Sep 4, 2026- Chat#65of 533Top 13%
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Keyword rankings
HTML5 Chat ranks for 1 keywords across WordPress Plugin Directory. Here are the top 1:
- Rank #103
Competitors & alternatives
HTML5 Chat doesn't have curated competitor matchups yet. Other tracked chat apps on WordPress:
Where HTML5 Chat stands in the Chat category
HTML5 Chat ranks #65 of 533 apps in the Chat category, placing it in the top 13% of the listing.
Frequently asked questions
What is HTML5 Chat?
HTML5 Chat is an app for WordPress. It currently holds a 3.3-star rating from 9 merchant reviews, and AppRanks has been tracking its public marketplace data on the refresh cadence published in our methodology. It is listed under the Chat category on AppRanks, where you can see its current category position, review-velocity trend, and how it compares against the top alternatives in the same space. Developed by proxymis.
Who uses HTML5 Chat?
Currently around 100 active stores have installed HTML5 Chat. Its review base is still building, which usually maps to early-stage merchants and stores piloting a new workflow. It is part of the Chat category on WordPress.
Where does HTML5 Chat rank on WordPress?
HTML5 Chat currently sits at position #65 in the Chat category on WordPress. That places it in the top 12% of 533 apps tracked in the same category. Category positions are read from the live marketplace ranking and refresh on each scrape, so the number you see here reflects the most recent crawl rather than a long-running average.