Dear Sticky – Floating Action Buttons, Sticky Notifications & Navbar

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How do I add a WhatsApp floating button to my WordPress site?

Adding a WhatsApp button is simple:
1. Install and activate Dear Sticky plugin
2. Go to Dear Sticky > Floating Buttons in your admin
3. Enable the floating button toggle
4. Select “WhatsApp” as the button type
5. Enter your WhatsApp number (include country code, exclude +)
6. Add a pre-filled message (optional but recommended)
7. Choose colors, position, and size
8. Save changes and visit your site!

Can I change the floating button position?

Absolutely! Dear Sticky offers flexible positioning:
– Bottom Right (default – most effective)
– Bottom Left
– Top Right
– Top Left

Choose the position that best fits your website design and user behavior.

How do I customize the button colors and appearance?

Dear Sticky offers extensive customization:
1. Go to Floating Buttons settings
2. Choose from preset color schemes or pick custom colors
3. Select button size (Small, Medium, Large)
4. Add hover tooltips with call-to-action text
5. Use the live preview to see changes instantly

How do I create a sticky notification bar?

1. Navigate to Dear Sticky > Notifications
2. Enter your announcement message
3. Choose background and text colors
4. Set display frequency:
   • Always: Shows on every page load
   • Once per user: Uses cookies to show only once
   • Timed: Auto-hide after specified seconds
5. Enable/disable close button
6. Save and preview

Can visitors dismiss the notification bar?

Yes! You can make notification bars dismissible:
– Enable the close button option
– Set cookie duration to remember dismissed bars
– Choose between permanent dismissal or time-based reappearance

Does the feedback form send email notifications?

Yes! Dear Sticky includes comprehensive email notifications:
– Automatic emails when feedback is submitted
– Customizable recipient email addresses
– HTML formatted messages with all form data
– Stored in WordPress database for admin review

Where can I view feedback submissions?

All feedback submissions are stored in your WordPress database and displayed in the Dear Sticky admin dashboard:
1. Go to Dear Sticky > Feedback
2. View all submissions in a clean, organized table
3. Click to expand and read full messages
4. Sort by date, name, or email
5. Export or manage submissions easily

Is Dear Sticky mobile responsive?

100% mobile responsive! The plugin is designed for all devices:
– Responsive floating buttons that work on phones and tablets
– Mobile-optimized notification bars
– Touch-friendly button sizes
– Optimized for all screen resolutions

Will Dear Sticky slow down my website?

No! Dear Sticky is built with performance in mind:
– Lightweight, optimized code
– Minimal CSS and JavaScript loading
– Only loads assets when needed
– No impact on page speed scores
– Compatible with caching plugins

Can I use multiple floating buttons?

Currently, Dear Sticky supports one floating button per page. However:
– You can use different buttons on different pages
– Multi-button support is planned for future updates
– Notification bars can complement your floating button

Is Dear Sticky compatible with my theme?

Dear Sticky works with all WordPress themes that follow WordPress coding standards. The plugin:
– Uses standard WordPress hooks and filters
– Doesn’t modify theme files
– Works with popular page builders (Elementor, Divi, etc.)
– Compatible with most caching and optimization plugins

Can I add custom links or URLs to buttons?

Yes! Dear Sticky supports custom links:
1. Select “Custom Link” as button type
2. Enter any URL (internal or external)
3. Add UTM parameters for tracking
4. Set link to open in new tab
5. Add custom tooltips

How do I track button clicks and conversions?

While Dear Sticky doesn’t include built-in analytics, you can track performance using:
– Google Analytics UTM parameters
– Custom link tracking
– Facebook Pixel for social buttons
– Google Tag Manager integration
– Built-in WordPress analytics

Can I use Dear Sticky with page builders?

Yes! Dear Sticky integrates seamlessly with:
– Elementor – Works with all Elementor pages
– Divi Builder – Compatible with Divi themes
– Gutenberg – Full block editor support
– Classic Editor – Works with classic WordPress editor
– All major page builders

My floating button isn’t showing up. What should I do?

Common solutions:
1. Check if plugin is activated – Go to Plugins and ensure Dear Sticky is active
2. Clear cache – Clear your site and browser cache
3. Check settings – Ensure button is enabled in admin
4. Theme conflicts – Temporarily switch to default theme
5. Plugin conflicts – Deactivate other plugins temporarily

The notification bar looks wrong on mobile. How to fix?

Mobile display issues are usually caused by:
1. Theme CSS conflicts – Check for custom mobile styles
2. Viewport settings – Ensure proper responsive meta tags
3. Custom CSS – Remove any custom notification styles
4. Plugin updates – Ensure you’re using the latest version

Can I get support for Dear Sticky?

Yes! Support options include:
– Documentation: Comprehensive online guides
– Community Forums: WordPress.org support forums
– Developer Support: Direct support from the developer
– Video Tutorials: Step-by-step setup guides

Is Dear Sticky GDPR compliant?

Yes! Dear Sticky follows GDPR and privacy best practices:
– Local data storage only
– No data sent to third parties
– Cookie consent integration
– Privacy policy generator included
– Data export/deletion capabilities

What data does Dear Sticky collect?

Dear Sticky only collects data you explicitly configure:
– Feedback form submissions (name, email, message)
– Notification bar dismissal cookies
– No personal tracking or analytics data
– All data stored locally on your server