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How to Install and Configure the LeadConnector Plugin for WordPress

This guide explains how to install the LeadConnector WordPress plugin, connect it using an API key, enable the chat widget, and embed funnel pages on your website.

Updated over 2 months ago

Step 1: Install the Plugin

Navigate to Plugins

Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
From the left sidebar, go to Plugins and click Add New.

Search for the Plugin

In the search bar on the top-right, type LeadConnector.

Install the Plugin

Locate the LeadConnector plugin and click Install Now.

Activate the Plugin

After installation completes, click Activate.

Step 2: Configure the Plugin

Open LeadConnector Settings

In the WordPress sidebar, click Lead Connector to open plugin settings.

Locate Your API Key

In your account, go to Settings β†’ Business Profile.
Scroll to the bottom to find the API Key.

Copy the API Key

Click the copy icon next to the API key.

Paste and Save the API Key

Return to WordPress.
Paste the API key into the LeadConnector Settings page and click Save.

Step 3: Enable the Chat Widget

Enable Chat Widget in WordPress

In LeadConnector Settings, expand Chat Widget and enable Enable Chat-widget, then click Save.

Configure the Chat Widget

In your account, go to Webchat for your website.
Customize widget appearance, language, and chat type.

Step 4: Embed a Funnel Page

Open Funnels in WordPress

In LeadConnector Settings, expand Funnels and click Add New.

Add a Funnel Page

In the Add New Page modal:

  • Choose the funnel

  • Select the funnel step

  • Select Embed Full Page iFrame or Redirect to Funnel URL

  • Configure slug and tracking options

  • Click Save Page

Step 5: Verify the Setup

Preview the Funnel

Open the newly created WordPress page to confirm the funnel loads correctly.

Check the Chat Widget

Visit your website homepage.
The chat widget should appear in the bottom-right corner.

Common Issues and Fixes

Plugin Does Not Connect

  • Confirm the API key is correct

  • Click Save after pasting the key

  • Ensure the key is copied from the Business Profile

Chat Widget Not Appearing

  • Verify that Enable Chat-widget is checked

  • Ensure at least one chat widget exists

  • Refresh the website cache

Funnel Page Not Loading

  • Confirm the funnel and step are selected

  • Try Embed Full Page iFrame instead of redirect

  • Check page slug conflicts in WordPress

FAQ

How do I install the plugin?

Go to Plugins β†’ Add New, search for LeadConnector, install, and activate it.

What does the API key do?

The API key securely connects your WordPress site to your account for chat and funnels.

Where can I find my API key?

Navigate to Settings β†’ Business Profile in your account and scroll to the bottom.

Can I customize the chat widget?

Yes. Chat widget design, language, and behavior are managed from Webchat for your website.

Can I edit a funnel after embedding it?

Yes. Any funnel updates automatically reflect on your WordPress site.

Will funnel tracking still work?

Yes. Enable Include Tracking Code when embedding the funnel page.

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