Get Started in 30 Seconds
Install The Chat Widget on your website with one line of code.
No dependencies. No build step. Works everywhere.
TL;DR β Quick Start
- 1.Sign up free and create a site
- 2.Copy your unique site ID from the dashboard
- 3.Paste this code before your closing </body> tag:
<script src="https://api.thechatwidget.com/widget.js" data-site="YOUR_SITE_ID" defer></script>Done! The widget appears in 30 seconds. See detailed instructions below. β
Detailed Installation Guide
Step-by-step instructions for every platform
Create Your Account
Sign up for free. No credit card required. You'll get your unique site ID instantly.
Sign Up Free βGet Your Site ID
After signing up, create a site in your dashboard. You'll get a unique Site ID. Your code will look like this:
<script src="https://api.thechatwidget.com/widget.js" data-site="YOUR_SITE_ID" defer></script>π‘ Tip: Replace YOUR_SITE_ID with your actual site ID from the dashboard.
Add to Your Website
Paste the script tag before your closing </body> tag.
<script src="https://api.thechatwidget.com/widget.js" data-site="YOUR_SITE_ID" defer></script>Need platform-specific instructions?
You're Done!
Refresh your website. The chat widget should appear in the corner. Send a test message β it'll show up in your dashboard instantly.
β Quick Checklist:
- β’ Widget bubble appears on your site
- β’ Clicking opens the chat window
- β’ Test message appears in dashboard
Optional: Customize Your Widget
Customize your widget directly from the dashboard β no code changes needed!
Go to Sites β Settings to customize:
- β’Color β Match your brand
- β’Position β Bottom-right or bottom-left
- β’Welcome message β Custom greeting when chat opens
- β’Away message β What visitors see when you're offline
β¨ Changes apply instantly β no need to update your embed code!
Common Questions
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