Configure the AI assistant and handoff

The assistant follows the configured response and handoff policy.

Illustrated guideUpdated October 11, 2026

Where to start

Inboxes → Manage → Bot configuration

For panel settings, sign in to the intended workspace with a role that has access to that section. Available tools depend on your plan and configured services.

Step 1

Review the knowledge sources, then set instructions, tone and response policy for the inbox.

Configure the AI assistant and handoff
Current interface with demo data. Select the image to enlarge.

Step 2

Choose eligible channels, response limits and handoff conditions that send the conversation to a human.

Configure the AI assistant and handoff
Current interface with demo data. Select the image to enlarge.

Step 3

Test common questions, unknown questions and a request for a human before enabling automatic replies.

Check the result

The assistant follows the configured response and handoff policy.

If something does not work

Provider access, credit and plan permissions are required. Review real answers after enabling the assistant.

Contact support

Screenshots use an isolated demo workspace.