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UsersWP - Private Messaging
This plugin is an add-on for UsersWP, made by UsersWP, that lets logged-in members send private messages to each other. It adds a social network style chat with a Message button on user directories, profile pages and a messaging sidebar, plus tools to keep conversations safe.
- Version
- 1.1.11
- Released
- Sep 14, 2026
- Developer
- UsersWP
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- UsersWP
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in UsersWP - Private Messaging 1.1.11
Version 1.1.11 · Sep 14, 2026
Latest
- FixedOther users can also send message if verified user is set to who can send message option.
What it does
Community and membership sites often need a way for members to talk privately without swapping email addresses or moving to another app. This add-on works with the UsersWP plugin and places a one-on-one chat system inside your WordPress site. The interface is modeled on familiar chat apps like Facebook Messenger, so members can start a conversation from a Message button on the user directory, on a profile page or in the messaging sidebar. A Messages tab on each profile lists recent conversations so people can pick up where they left off.
Site owners get a set of controls for keeping chats respectful. You can cap message length, filter out specific words with the profanity filter, and blacklist users who troll or spam. Members can block people themselves and choose who may message them: Everybody, Nobody, Friends or Followers. Unread message alerts go out by email and can be customized. You can also adjust chat colors and visual elements to match your branding, and the add-on is responsive on phones and tablets and fully translatable for multilingual sites.
Best for
- Membership sites built on UsersWP
- Niche communities and small social networks
- Multilingual sites needing private member messaging
Features
Familiar one-on-one chat
Members chat privately in real time through an interface styled after popular messaging apps, started from a Message button on directories, profiles or the sidebar.
Who can message me
Each user picks who may send them messages from their account: Everybody, Nobody, Friends or Followers, giving members direct control over their inbox.
Blocking and blacklist
Administrators can blacklist troublesome users, and members can block individuals who send spam or unwanted messages, keeping the community calmer for everyone.
Profanity filter
Set a list of words that are automatically restricted in messages, which helps keep conversations suitable for a family-friendly or professional community.
Message length limits
Define a character limit for messages so conversations stay short and readable, and long walls of text do not clutter the chat.
Unread message emails
Customizable email notifications let members know when they have unread messages waiting, so replies are less likely to slip through the cracks.
Conversation history tab
A Messages tab in user profiles lists recent conversations, making it simple for members to find an earlier chat and continue it.
Custom chat styling
Adjust the message box color scheme and visual elements so the chat window matches the look of your site and brand.
UsersWP - Private Messaging older versions
- 1.1.10Sep 41 new, 1 fix
- 1.1.8May 121 fix
- 1.1.7Apr 161 fix
- 1.1.6Mar 20
- 1.1.3Feb 20
- 1.1.2Aug 8, 2025
- 1.1.0Jun 14, 2025
- 1.0.16Jun 6, 2025
- 1.0.15May 23, 2025
- 1.0.14Dec 28, 2024
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
12 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.
Questions about UsersWP - Private Messaging
Do I need anything else for this to work?
Yes. This is an add-on for the UsersWP plugin, so UsersWP needs to be running on your site. The messaging features then appear in the user directory, profile pages and a messaging sidebar for logged-in members.
Can members stop strangers from messaging them?
They can. In their account settings, members choose who can send them messages, with options for Everybody, Nobody, Friends or Followers. They can also block specific people, and administrators can blacklist users who troll or spam.
How will users know they have a new message?
The add-on sends email alerts about unread messages, and you can customize these notifications. Members can also open the Messages tab on their profile to see a list of recent conversations.
Will the chat work on mobile and in other languages?
The messaging interface is responsive, so it works on desktops, tablets and smartphones. It is also fully translatable, which makes it suitable for sites serving members in different languages.
Is UsersWP - Private Messaging free?
The code of UsersWP - Private Messaging is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of UsersWP - Private Messaging is this?
Version 1.1.11, released Sep 14, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update UsersWP - Private Messaging?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of UsersWP - Private Messaging automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does UsersWP - Private Messaging need?
UsersWP - Private Messaging needs UsersWP installed and active.
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