What is a chat widget?

Updated October 17, 2026 · 3 min read · Chatdek

The short answer

A chat widget is the small chat button and window that appears on a website. It is added with one line of code and lets visitors ask questions, book or leave details without leaving the page.

What to look for

Check that it matches your brand, works on phones, supports your languages and does not slow your pages.

Questions

How do I add one?: Paste one line of code before the closing body tag of your website.

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