ChatPop
Configure WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger buttons in your store
ChatPop allows you to add floating WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger buttons to your online store. Your customers can contact you directly with one click, improving communication and increasing sales opportunities.
Accessing ChatPop
- From your Flokee panel, go to the Store section in the side menu
- Click on Widgets
- You'll find ChatPop in the list of available widgets
Initial Setup
Accessing Configuration
From the Widgets page, click "Configure" on the ChatPop card.
The introduction page shows you:
- A description of ChatPop features
- A visual preview of how it will look in your store
- The button to start configuration
Start Configuration
Click "Configure" to access the full configuration panel.
Configuration Panel
The configuration panel includes several sections:
1. Widget Activation
- Main switch: Activates or deactivates the widget in your store
- Status: Shows whether it's "Active" or "Inactive"
2. Visibility
Show button: Controls whether the button is visible in your store
Position: Defines where the button will appear on screen
- Left: Left side of the screen
- Center: Bottom center of the screen
- Right: Right side of the screen (recommended)
3. Communication Channel
Channel type: Select from available options
- WhatsApp: For phone numbers
- Facebook Messenger: For Facebook pages
WhatsApp Configuration
- Phone number: Enter your number with country code (Ex: +5491133333333)
- Default message: The text that will appear automatically when a customer starts the chat
Number format: Make sure to include the country code without spaces or dashes (example: +5491133333333)
Facebook Messenger Configuration
- Page ID: Your Facebook page identifier
- Default message: Initial chat text
4. Notice Bubble
The notice bubble is a message that appears next to the button to attract visitors' attention.
- Show at start: Activates the bubble when the page loads
- Message: The text to display in the bubble (example: "Hello! How can I help you?")
Tip: A clear and friendly message in the bubble can significantly increase interactions.
5. Days and Hours
Configure when the button will be visible:
- All days: The button will always be available
- Specific days: Select the days of the week when you want it to appear
6. Display Pages
Define on which pages of your store the button will appear:
- All pages: The button shows throughout the store (recommended)
- Specific pages: Only on URLs you define
- All pages except: Throughout the store except on pages you exclude
Activation and Publishing
Activate ChatPop
- Complete basic configuration (channel and number/ID)
- Turn on the main switch - it will change from "Inactive" to "Active"
- The preview on the right shows how it will look in your store
Publish Changes
- Click "Publish" to apply changes to your store
- You'll see confirmation: "Changes published successfully"
- The widget is now active in your online store
Important: You must click "Publish" for changes to be reflected in your store. Just saving is not enough.
Multiple Buttons
ChatPop allows you to configure multiple communication channels simultaneously. You can have WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger buttons active at the same time.
Adding a Second Button
To add an additional channel:
- In the main ChatPop view, click "New button"
- Configure the new channel:
For Facebook Messenger:
- Select "Facebook Messenger" in Channel type
- Enter the Facebook page name (e.g., Flokee.ai)
- Customize the Default message for Messenger
- Configure the Notice bubble, Days and hours, and Display pages
- Click "Save changes" to add the button
Multiple Buttons View
Once configured, you'll see both channels in the main view:
Multiple buttons features:
- Independent configuration: Each button has its own schedule, pages, and messages
- Automatic positioning: Buttons stack vertically in the selected position
- Individual management: You can edit, delete, or deactivate each button separately
Recommendation: Using WhatsApp for quick inquiries and Facebook Messenger for more detailed support allows you to diversify communication channels.
Widget in Your Store
Once published, the ChatPop widget will appear in your store according to the defined configuration:
- Shows as a floating button in the selected position
- Customers can click to start a conversation
- The default message will appear automatically in the chat
- With multiple buttons, they will be displayed stacked vertically
Statistics and Tracking
With ChatPop installed you get valuable information about:
- Queries received: Number of customers who started conversations and their attribution to campaigns
Best Practices
Recommended Configuration
- Position: Right (more familiar to users)
- Bubble message: Clear and direct ("Can we help?", "Hello! Have questions?")
- Availability: 24/7 if possible, or during your business hours
Effective Messages
- Be friendly but professional
- Mention your brand: "Hi, I'm contacting from Your Brand"
- Include the reason: "I have a question about..."
Customer Service
- Respond quickly to inquiries
- Have product information ready
- Use the opportunity to build trust
Troubleshooting
Widget doesn't appear in my store
- Verify it's activated (switch on "Active")
- Confirm you clicked "Publish"
- Check page settings (should be on "All pages")
- Clear your browser cache
Customers can't start chat
- Verify WhatsApp number has correct format (+country code + number)
- For Facebook Messenger, confirm page ID is correct
- Make sure your WhatsApp is active and can receive messages
Default message doesn't appear
- The default message is sent automatically when opening WhatsApp, but the customer can modify it before sending
