Add-ons apply to the property where they are purchased.
Businesses operating multiple websites may need separate add-on purchases for each property.
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tawk.to
Hosted customer service software combining website live chat, ticketing, a knowledge base and visitor contact management. Optional paid add-ons provide AI assistance, white-labeling and voice services.
6 key claims verifiedOur editorial team checked this profile against vendor documentation, company information, pricing information. Supported by 5 documented sources.
Editorial overview
Aggregated Overview
The assessment reflects documented live chat, ticketing, knowledge base, integrations and APIs, plus public review-platform ratings. The free core is broad, while white-labeling, AI and staffing have separate charges. Performance and usability scores are cautious editorial assessments, not hands-on test results.
This profile combines documented product information and independent evidence where available. It is not a hands-on test unless TechZella explicitly identifies one.
Overview
tawk.to is hosted customer service software for communicating with website visitors. Its core service combines live chat with ticket follow-up, a knowledge base and visitor contact management.
The vendor says the core software is free without stated limits on agents, chat volume or widget-enabled sites. Optional paid services include AI assistance, white-labeling, voice tools and hired agents.
It supports browser access and apps for major desktop and mobile platforms. Deployment is hosted, and the vendor says it does not offer an on-premises version.
tawk.to Decision Snapshot
A quick way to understand who this product may suit, where its limits matter, and which facts are most relevant before you compare alternatives.
Best suited to
Small teams and online businesses seeking website chat with no per-agent charge, plus basic ticket follow-up and self-service knowledge content.
Look elsewhere if
Organizations needing self-hosted deployment or relying on an unrestricted, publicly available REST API should assess alternatives; tawk.to is hosted and REST API access requires approval, and should evaluate alternatives such as Crisp or Tidio instead.
Platforms
Android, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows
TechZella assessment
8.3/10
tawk.to — What Sets It Apart?
These are the product-specific differences that may matter when deciding whether the software fits your workflow. They are based on documented evidence rather than a universal ranking.
- The core product is free without stated agent, chat-volume or website-widget limits.
- Agents can combine website chat, follow-up tickets, a knowledge base and visitor contact details in one service.
- The JavaScript API supports widget controls and visitor attributes; REST API access is available by request.
tawk.to Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free core service with no stated limits on agents, chat volume or widget-enabled sites.
- Combines live chat with ticketing, knowledge content and visitor contact details.
- Provides a JavaScript API, webhooks and Zapier connectivity.
Cons
- Hosted deployment only; the vendor says on-premises installation is unavailable.
- Brand removal and AI capabilities require optional paid add-ons.
- REST API access requires an access request and approval.
- Add-ons are per property, which can increase costs for multi-site operators.
tawk.to Gotchas & Operational Limits
These are documented constraints or practical friction points that may matter before you adopt the product.
REST API access is available by request and approval.
Teams planning account-wide automation should confirm access before making the API a required part of implementation.
Evidence source ↗The free widget displays tawk.to branding.
Businesses requiring a fully branded customer-facing experience need to budget for the optional white-label add-on.
Evidence source ↗tawk.to Pricing & Plans
Core software
$0
month
Core live chat software; vendor states no limits on agents, chat volume or widget-enabled sites.
Check current pricing →AI Assist
$29
month
Optional AI agents and workflows. The vendor also describes a limited-volume free tier; verify current usage limits on the plan page.
Check current pricing →Whitelabel
$29
month
Optional removal of tawk.to branding and use of custom domains for supported customer-facing properties.
Check current pricing →Voice Agents
From $49
month
Optional voice agent service; usage charges also apply.
Check current pricing →Pricing may change. Verify current plans on the vendor's website.
tawk.to Competitors & Alternatives
Compare similar products directly, then see which alternatives may make more sense when your requirements differ.
At a glance
Customer Service Software| Decision factor | tawk.to | Crisp | Tidio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core scope | Website chat, ticketing, knowledge base and visitor contact management. | Shared inbox with website chat; paid tiers add email, omnichannel channels, automation and knowledge base. Source ↗ | Live chat and customer service plans with optional automation and AI conversation products. Source ↗ |
| Agent or seat allowance | Vendor FAQ says there is no limit on agents. | Free includes two seats; paid plans list four seats for Mini and ten for Essentials. Source ↗ | Current pricing page uses plan and conversation allowances; the cited page does not establish an unlimited-agent allowance. Source ↗ |
| Pricing model | Core service is free; optional add-ons have separate charges. | Free tier plus paid workspace subscriptions listed at $45, $95 and $295 per month. Source ↗ | Free tier, paid plans and conversation-based usage options; the FAQ lists Starter at $24.17 monthly when billed annually and Growth at $49.17 monthly when billed annually. Source ↗ |
| Integrations and channels | Website widget integrations, JavaScript API, webhooks and Zapier connectivity. | Paid tiers document integrations with channels including WhatsApp Business, Instagram, SMS and other services. Source ↗ | Pricing material describes integrations and plans for online-store and customer-support workflows. Source ↗ |
Only factors supported by the available research are shown. The comparison is descriptive, not a ranking.
Direct competitors
These products address broadly similar requirements. The descriptions focus on documented reasons a buyer might compare them with tawk.to.
tawk.to Features
Customer communication
- Website live chat widget
- Offline messages and ticket follow-up
- Visitor contact details and conversation history
Self-service and automation
- Knowledge base
- Optional AI Assist agents and workflows
- Human handoff from AI conversations
Integrations and development
- JavaScript widget API
- Webhooks
- Zapier integration
- REST API available by request
- WordPress plugin and manual widget installation
Demo & Screenshots
tawk.to Specifications
| Deployment | Hosted service; no on-premises option |
|---|---|
| Hosting provider | Google Cloud, according to the vendor |
| Desktop platforms | Web, macOS, Windows |
| Mobile platforms | Android, iOS |
| API | JavaScript API; REST API available by request and approval |
| Integrations | WordPress, Zapier and documented website/CMS integrations |
| Core agent limit | No stated limit |
| Add-on billing | Add-ons are purchased per property |
Deployment & System Footprint
Verified installation, hosting, administration, or environment details that can affect implementation.
| Hosting | Hosted service; the vendor says it runs on Google Cloud and has no on-premises option. Source ↗ |
|---|---|
| Website installation | Install through a JavaScript snippet, a supported platform integration, or a WordPress plugin. Source ↗ |
Migration & Lock-In
Documented portability, standards, export, or switching considerations. No switching-cost score is shown unless the evidence supports one.
Data portability
The REST API documentation describes retrieving filtered ticket and chat lists and managing knowledge base articles. API access requires a request and approval.
Evidence source ↗Our evidence-based assessment
TechZella Score
A proprietary editorial score based on product capabilities, usability, value, performance, support and user sentiment evidence.
8.3/10Moderate confidence
The assessment reflects documented live chat, ticketing, knowledge base, integrations and APIs, plus public review-platform ratings. The free core is broad, while white-labeling, AI and staffing have separate charges. Performance and usability scores are cautious editorial assessments, not hands-on test results.
Methodology v1.0. The assessment weighs feature coverage (25%), ease of use (15%), value for money (20%), performance (15%), support (10%) and user sentiment (15%), using researched product evidence and verified review evidence where available. It is a TechZella editorial assessment, not a direct user-review average.
Editorial transparency
Our Review Methodology
Key claims are linked to the sources used to verify them. This evidence record is separate from third-party user ratings.
TechZella evaluates software using documented product capabilities, pricing information, usability and value considerations, independent user evidence where available, and competitive context. The assessment is an editorial review, not a hands-on test unless one is explicitly identified. Our editorial assessment is based on 5 documented sources.
What TechZella adds
- The core product is free without stated agent, chat-volume or website-widget limits.
- Agents can combine website chat, follow-up tickets, a knowledge base and visitor contact details in one service.
- The JavaScript API supports widget controls and visitor attributes; REST API access is available by request.
Important limitations
- The service is hosted and does not offer an on-premises option.
- Removing tawk.to branding is a paid, per-property add-on.
- REST API access must be requested and approved, so it is not an unrestricted self-service integration.
Evidence-backed claimstawk.to's core software is free with no stated limits on agents, chat volume or sites. tawk.to provides a JavaScript API for controlling its website widget. REST API access requires an access request and approval. The vendor describes tawk.to as hosted and says it has no on-premises option. The vendor's add-ons page lists Whitelabel at $29 per month and AI Assist at $29 per month. Capterra displays a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 345 tawk.to reviews.
The vendor FAQ states the software is free and specifies no limits for agents, chat volumes or sites with widgets.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-27The developer documentation lists widget controls, visitor attributes and chat lifecycle events.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-27The help documentation describes requesting access before receiving API credentials and documentation.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-27The official FAQ describes Google Cloud hosting and explicitly states that self-hosted deployment is unavailable.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-27The current add-ons page displays those monthly prices and explains the add-ons' functions.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-27The Capterra product page displays the overall score and review count.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-27tawk.to FAQs
Answers begin with the clearest available response, followed by the context that helps you act on it.
Is tawk.to free?
Yes. The vendor says its core software is free and has no stated limits on agents, chat volumes or sites.
Can tawk.to be self-hosted?
No. The vendor describes it as a hosted service and says it does not offer an on-premises option.
Does tawk.to have an API?
Yes. It provides a JavaScript API for the website widget. REST API access is available by request and approval.
Can I remove tawk.to branding?
Yes. The vendor lists its Whitelabel add-on at $29 per month.
Does tawk.to support WordPress?
Yes. The vendor documents both a WordPress plugin and manual widget installation.
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