Creating Your First Bot
Last updated October 2, 2024
Welcome to Chatfuel, the leading platform for building chatbots without any coding required! In this guide, we'll walk you through the simple steps to create your first bot. Whether you're looking to improve customer engagement or automate responses, Chatfuel makes it easy to get started.
Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your First Bot
- Sign up for a Chatfuel account Visit chatfuel.com and sign up using your email or Facebook account. You’ll be taken to your dashboard where you can start building your bot.
- Create a New Bot On the dashboard, click "Create from Template" or "Start from Scratch" to begin building your bot. Templates are pre-built bot designs that can save you time if you're unsure where to start.
- Customize Your Welcome Message Every bot starts with a welcome message. Click on the “Welcome Message” block to edit the text your users will see when they first interact with your bot.
- Add User Input Blocks You can add blocks to ask questions, capture user input, or provide information. Drag and drop blocks such as text, images, or buttons to create a conversation flow.
- Set Up AI Rules Go to the "AI Setup" section and define keywords or phrases that users might send to your bot. Assign responses to these triggers to make your bot more interactive.
- Test Your Bot Click "Preview" to test how the bot interacts with users. Make adjustments if needed to improve the flow and responses.
- Publish and Go Live Once you’re happy with your bot, connect it to your Facebook page or website and click "Publish." Your bot is now live and ready to interact with your users!
By following these steps, you’ll have your first bot up and running in no time. Happy bot building!
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