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LiveChat

Customer communication platform for real-time website chat, lead engagement, support workflows, reporting, AI assistance and integrations.

Live Chat SoftwareResearch profile
Research-based score
4.5
Research-based score
Features and capabilities4.6

LiveChat provides mature real-time chat, routing, campaigns, visitor context, reports, ecommerce tools, mobile access, AI-assisted features, ticketing/HelpDesk connections and enterprise administration. Several advanced reports, management functions and API capacities remain tier- or add-on-dependent.

Usability and implementation4.6

Current G2 and Capterra data strongly support intuitive setup and reliable day-to-day agent workflows, with Capterra reporting 4.6/5 ease of use and customer service. A minority of recent reviews mention connection/lag issues, setup friction and billing/subscription frustrations.

Pricing and value transparency4.0

LiveChat clearly publishes annual and monthly per-user prices, a 14-day no-card trial and Enterprise custom pricing. Costs can rise quickly with team size, paid Marketplace apps and API packages, and already processed payments are non-refundable.

Integrations, security and trust4.6

LiveChat documents 200+ Marketplace integrations, open API/custom apps, 256-bit SSL, permission controls, SSO options, GDPR compliance, HIPAA readiness and CSA STAR certification. Some public security material still references Privacy Shield, so that legacy statement is not treated as current cross-border certification.

Quick facts

Vendor
Text
Pricing model
paid
Plan pricing
$19/user/mo billed annually
Free plan
Not confirmed
Free trial
Yes — check eligibility
Last verified
9/28/2026

About LiveChat

LiveChat is a customer communication platform for real-time conversations with website visitors and customers. It combines customizable chat widgets, routing and assignment, proactive campaigns, visitor context, team management, reporting, mobile apps, AI-assisted features, ecommerce workflows and a marketplace with more than 200 integrations.

Best for

Businesses that need mature website live chat for sales or support and value broad integrations, team routing, reporting and enterprise administration.

LiveChat pros and cons

Pros

  • Current official pricing includes a 14-day free trial with no credit card required.
  • LiveChat supports proactive engagement, routing, visitor context, reports, mobile apps and customizable chat widgets.
  • The Marketplace provides more than 200 integrations across CRM, ecommerce, analytics, messaging and support tools.
  • Current independent reviews strongly support ease of use and customer-service quality.
  • Security documentation covers encrypted communications, permissions, SSO options, GDPR, HIPAA readiness and CSA STAR certification.

Cons

  • −Pricing is per user/agent, so total subscription cost scales directly with team size.
  • −Several advanced reporting and management capabilities require higher tiers.
  • −Marketplace apps and higher API request packages can introduce additional monthly charges.
  • −Processed subscription payments are non-refundable.
  • −Some recent reviews report connection/lag, billing or subscription-management frustrations despite strong overall ratings.

Features

Targeted campaigns
All paid plans · Starter includes one recurring campaign; higher tiers increase availability.
AI-assisted features
Plan/product dependent · Some AI or related product capabilities may require separate products or add-ons.
Reporting
All plans with advanced reports on higher tiers · Advanced reporting requires higher plans.
Open API and Marketplace
Current product · Private/high-volume API usage and paid apps can have separate charges.
Mobile apps
Current paid plans
Real-time website chat
All paid plans · User accounts are billed per active agent/user.

Platforms

AndroidWebiOS

Integrations

WhatsApp Business Shopify HubSpot Zapier Facebook Messenger

Pricing

Starter
USD 25.00/month
USD 19.00/month with annual billing

Current pricing is $25 per user/month on monthly billing or $19 per user/month billed annually. Starter includes one user, tracking for up to 100 visitors, one recurring campaign, 60-day chat history, basic widget customization and 24/7/365 support.

Team
USD 59.00/month
USD 49.00/month with annual billing

Current pricing is $59 per user/month monthly or $49 per user/month billed annually. Adds tracking for up to 400 visitors, unlimited campaigns/history, full widget customization, basic reporting and unlimited users billed per active account.

Business
USD 89.00/month
USD 79.00/month with annual billing

Current pricing is $89 per user/month monthly or $79 per user/month billed annually. Business adds advanced reporting and expanded management capabilities intended for customer service departments.

Enterprise
See pricing details

Custom-priced Enterprise plan for larger organizations that need dedicated account management and enterprise-level requirements.

Official pricing / availability source · Checked 29 September 2026. Confirm current taxes, regional terms and allowances. A listed plan is not necessarily the cheapest option.

Editorial verification: 9/28/2026. Check the vendor's site for current pricing.

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LiveChat — frequently asked questions

What is LiveChat used for?
LiveChat is used to have real-time conversations with website visitors and customers for sales, lead capture and customer support.
How much does LiveChat cost?
Current annual-billing prices are $19 per user/month for Starter, $49 for Team and $79 for Business. Monthly billing is $25, $59 and $89 respectively. Enterprise is custom priced.
Does LiveChat offer a free trial?
Yes. LiveChat currently offers a fully functional 14-day free trial with no credit card required.
Does LiveChat have a free plan?
No permanent free LiveChat plan is currently listed.
How many integrations does LiveChat support?
LiveChat says its Marketplace offers more than 200 integrations across CRM, ecommerce, analytics, messaging, help desk and other categories.
Is LiveChat secure?
LiveChat documents encrypted communications, access controls, SSO options, GDPR compliance, HIPAA readiness and CSA STAR certification. Organizations with specific compliance requirements should validate the applicable configuration and agreement.
Can I cancel LiveChat and get a refund?
You can cancel at any time and retain access through the current billing period, but LiveChat states that already processed payments are not refundable.
Does LiveChat charge extra for API usage?
Some private or higher-volume API usage can require paid API packages. Current Marketplace listings include additional API request packages.