How to add a WhatsApp share button on a WordPress blog thanks to a plugin?
The rate of use of mobile devices is on the rise (have a WordPress theme non-mobile and non-responsive is already considered an error).
According to Some analyzes (English), the use of mobile devices on the internet greatly exceeds internet access via a fixed device (computer). According to this analysis also, 91% of mobile device users tend to prefer social media.
This is why a mobile application such as WhatsApp is very successful. WhatsApp is now 1,2 billion users.
In this tutorial I would like you to integrate WhatsApp into your WordPress blog, so increase the sharing of your content.
But before, if you have never installed WordPress discover How to Install a WordPress Blog in 7 Steps et How to search, install and activate a WordPress theme on your blog
Then back to why we are here.
What is WhatsApp and why should you consider incorporating it into your blog?
If you do not have WhatsApp on your Smartphone, then you will probably do it soon. WhatsApp is a multiplatform messaging service, which allows you to send SMS for free.
In addition to this messaging feature, this app also allows users to share images, videos, and audio content, as well as their location using the geolocation feature.
See also How to create a multilingual website with the WordPress WPML plugin
Many websites already offer WhatsApp sharing buttons, which allows subscribers to quickly share an article with their friends in real time while they are playing.
WhatsApp with the ShareBar plugin on mobile
This is a share bar that appears on mobile devices. To use it, I invite you to download the Mobile Share Bar plugin or to install it directly From your dashboard.
After activating the plugin, navigate to the location “ Settings >> Mobile ShareBar To configure it.
On this new settings page, you can see a simulator on the right. This is actually a preview of the display on mobile devices.
It is possible to modify the titles of the WhatsApp, Facebook and Twitter buttons. Regarding the last two, they are optional, because to be visible on the share bar, it is necessary to click on the box " Display Facebook Button " or " Display Twitter button To bring up the Facebook or Twitter button.
Further down, it is possible to set the position of the share bar (Up or down), but also the different locations where the share bar will be visible (Home, Pages, Articles, Categories, Archives, Keywords and Custom Post Types).
To display the share bar everywhere, the box " Show Everywhere Must be checked.
Here is how the plugin on Iphone 5.
That's all there is to do with this plugin.
WhatsApp with the AddToAny plugin
It is also possible to integrate WhatsApp on WordPress with this other plugin that you can download directly on WordPress ou Install from your dashboard by performing a search with the term " AddToAny ».
To configure the plugin, we will access the location “ Settings >> AddToAny ».
On the general tab, it is possible to choose the size of the icons (Large or Small).
We can also add other networks by clicking on " Add / Remove Services ". Select " WhatsApp Among the services.
On the option " Positioning you can configure where the buttons will appear. Once done, don't forget to save your settings.
Here's what share buttons will look like on the blog.
Discover also some premium WordPress plugins
You can use other WordPress plugins to give a modern appearance and to optimize the handling of your blog or website.
We offer you here some premium WordPress plugins that will help you do that.
1. uSquare
Le WordPress Plugin premium uSquare is a responsive square grid that allows you to display your content in a unique and interesting way. You can use it to display your team members, products, services, designs, images, photos, or anything else that comes to mind.
It’s a WordPress Plugin excellent for photographers, who want to create Windows 8 (Metro) style photo galleries.
Here is 8 WordPress plugins to protect your WordPress blog to discover absolutely.
Its features include: fully responsive layout, compatibility with multiple browsers, a look infully customizable and flexible, the possibility of reorganizing its elements thanks to the drag and drop, a cintuitive design et more ...
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2. WordPress Push Notification, WooCommerce Push Notification, BuddyPress Push Notification
PushPush's web push notification plugin allows admin to send push notification messages to their subscribed users. 
Its main features are: user notification when a new post or article is published, support for custom post types, sending personalized notifications, the ability to notify users when new products are added , in your online store and others,
Read also: 8 WordPress plugins to customize your comments forms
It also supports BuddyPress and ensures smooth notification with logged in user on a website BuddyPress. Other features are present, you can discover them by trying its demo.
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3. Facebook Likebox Slider for WordPress
It is one of the best social sharing plugins on WordPress. Easy to install, with 3 clicks setup and awesome design. 
Ce WordPress Plugin premium is a very easy way to get more shares, more traffic, more fans and more popularity. Its features include: easy configuration, choice of language, preview, support for most popular social networks, etc.
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Other recommended resources
We also invite you to consult the resources below to go further in the grip and control of your website and blog.
- How to open a Youtube video in a popup on WordPress
- Cookies and WordPress: How to create, retrieve and delete
- How to install a plugin in WordPress: The guide
- How to display images in a grid
Conclusion
Here ! That's it for this tutorial, I hope it allows you to add WhatsApp to your blog. Feel free to share the tip with your friends on your social networks.
However, you will also be able to consult our resources, if you need more elements to carry out your projects of creation of Internet sites, by consulting our guide on the WordPress blog creation.
But, in the meantime, tell us about your Comments and suggestions in the dedicated section.
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