Skype Chat Support Pro WordPress Plugin

Skype Chat Support Pro is a premium WordPress plugin developed by ThemeAtelier that integrates Skype directly into your website. It allows visitors to start a chat or voice call with you or your support team with a single click, bridging the gap between your site and the Skype desktop/mobile app.

As of 2026, it remains a popular "niche" communication tool for businesses that prefer Skype over WhatsApp or standard browser-based live chats.

## Key Features

Multi-Agent Support: Unlike free versions, the Pro version allows you to add unlimited Skype IDs. You can categorize agents into departments (e.g., Sales, Tech Support, Billing).

Availability Scheduling: Set specific working hours and time zones for each agent. The widget will automatically show "Offline" or hide the agent when they are unavailable.

Customizable UI: * Choose from various floating bubble animations.

Multiple button styles and layouts (Centered, Left-aligned, etc.).

Customizable colors, gradients, and icons to match your brand.

Elementor & Gutenberg Ready: Includes a dedicated Elementor widget and a Gutenberg block, making it easy to drop support buttons anywhere on your site.

Device-Specific Visibility: You can choose to show the chat widget only on desktops, only on mobile, or across all devices.

## How It Works (User Experience)

Visitor Clicks: A user on your site clicks the floating Skype bubble or a "Chat Now" button.

App Trigger: The plugin triggers the "Deep Link" protocol, which automatically opens the Skype app on the user's device (phone or computer).

Direct Contact: The user is immediately placed into a chat or call window with your specified Skype ID.

## Pricing & Purchase

Marketplace: Available on CodeCanyon (Envato Market).

Price: Typically $25 for a regular license.

Inclusions: One-time payment, lifetime updates, and 6 months of developer support from ThemeAtelier.

Subscription Option: It is also available via Envato Elements as part of their unlimited download subscription (around $16.50/month).

## Setup Guide

Installation: Upload the .zip file via Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.

Configuration: Access the "Chat Skype" menu in your WordPress dashboard.

Add Agents: * Enter your Skype Name (found in Skype Profile settings).

Set a display name and upload a profile picture.

Set Display Rules: Choose whether to show the widget on "All Pages" or select specific pages (e.g., only on the "Pricing" or "Contact" pages).

Styling: Use the visual editor in the plugin settings to choose your bubble animation and color scheme.

Comparison Tip: If you need a completely free alternative, there is a "Lite" version called Chat for Skype on the WordPress.org repository. However, it lacks the multi-agent support and availability scheduling found in the Pro version.

Would you like me to find the specific "Deep Link" URL structure for Skype if you'd prefer to create a custom manual button instead of using a plugin?