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Instant Messages Delivery

The WebSocket version delivers messages instantly to all recipients using persistent WebSocket connections.

How it works​

Unlike AJAX polling which checks for updates every few seconds, WebSocket maintains a live connection between the browser and the server. Messages appear the moment they are sent — up to 200x faster than AJAX mode. The WebSocket connection is managed through a shared infrastructure that routes events between users without storing message content.

A single WebSocket connection is shared across all browser tabs using a SharedWorker, ensuring efficient resource usage regardless of how many tabs the user has open.

Key capabilities​

  • Instant message delivery without polling delay
  • Up to 200x faster than AJAX mode
  • Persistent connection maintained in the background
  • Single shared connection across all browser tabs
  • Automatic reconnection if connection is interrupted
  • Works on all modern browsers

How to enable​

Purchase and activate the WebSocket license, then navigate to WP Admin → Better Messages → Settings → General and set the Mechanism to WebSocket.