Real-time private messaging, group chat, chat rooms, video and audio calls, AI chat bots and mobile apps for WordPress, BuddyPress and BuddyBoss.
Alternatives to BuddyPress Restrict Messages
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Front End PMv11.4.7
Front End PM is a Private Messaging system and a secure contact form to your WordPress site.This is full functioning messaging system from front end.
Simple Member Messaging System for WordPress Site.
Private messaging inside WordPress for members, vendors, visitors and support teams, with a real inbox: reply, archive, delete, search and block.
Anti-spam and scam protection for private messages in Better Messages: rate limits, contact filters, bot detection and safety warnings.
Moreconvert Message Hubv1.1.0
A powerful in-app notification & messaging system. Engage users with real-time notifications, customizable message centers and seamless integrations.
Real-time live chat for WordPress with private messaging, emoji picker, moderation tools, and full mobile support.
6Arshid Social Communityv1.8.3
Build a fast, secure WordPress social network with member profiles, activity feeds, groups, messaging, notifications, polls, moderation, and more.
Restrict WooCommerce store access to logged-in users only. Hide prices, hide products, require manual approval, and control who sees what — with zero …
Makes your site private, so visitors who are not logged in see a message instead of your content.