TextingOnly WordPress Plugin

The TextingOnly WordPress Plugin enables the integration of SMS texting features directly into WordPress websites, allowing site owners to modernize communication with both current and prospective users. This plugin is designed for businesses or individuals seeking to personalize customer interactions through SMS, leveraging QR codes and smart links for streamlined contact initiation.

Setup involves installing and activating the plugin within the WordPress admin area, followed by creating or logging into a TextingOnly account. Users can generate QR codes or links associated with a phone number and an initial message, which are managed within their TextingOnly account. The plugin syncs these options with the WordPress site, enabling the display of SMS contact buttons or links on pages or posts using a shortcode. There is also an option to display a floating, site-wide button that can be configured to appear on desktop, mobile, or all devices, providing users with the ability to initiate a text conversation from any page.

Customization is a notable feature, with the plugin offering various shortcode attributes. Users can tailor the button’s style (default or rounded), text, icon (none, light, or dark), size (regular, small, large, or extra-large), text color, and background color using hex values. These settings allow for a consistent and branded appearance across the website. The plugin’s documentation details all available shortcode attributes and their defaults for further customization.

The basic version of the TextingOnly WordPress Plugin is free to use, though it requires a TextingOnly account. Free accounts utilize the user’s personal phone number for texting, which must be verified for access. Upgrading to a paid plan within TextingOnly allows users to purchase separate phone numbers for SMS, removing the need to use personal numbers. This plugin is delivered as a WordPress extension, making it accessible through the standard WordPress plugin installation process.