Quick Start Guide
Launch your first Indite bot in just 5 minutes! This guide walks you through creating, configuring, and deploying a chatbot using our intuitive no-code platform.
Prerequisites
Before you start:
- An Indite account (Sign up free (opens in a new tab))
- A modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Safari)
- 5 minutes to spare
New to Indite? Signing up takes less than a minute and unlocks all features!
How to Create a Basic Bot
Step 1: Create Your Bot
- Sign in to your Indite Dashboard (opens in a new tab)
- Click Create New Bot on the dashboard
- Select Start from scratch or choose a template
- Enter a name for your bot (e.g., "My First Bot")
- Click Create to open the Flow Builder
Step 2: Add a Welcome Message
Every bot starts with a welcome message:
- In the Flow Builder, you'll see the Start block
- Click Add block below the Start block
- Select Bubbles → Text
- Enter your welcome message:
Hi there! How can I help you today? - The block connects automatically to the Start block
Step 3: Add User Input Options
Let users choose what they need help with:
- Click Add block below your Text block
- Select Inputs → Buttons
- Add button options:
- "Get Product Info"
- "Contact Support"
- "Learn More"
- Each button creates a new path in your flow
Step 4: Add Responses for Each Option
Connect each button to a response:
- Click the Get Product Info path
- Add a Bubbles → Text block with product details
- Repeat for other buttons with appropriate responses
- Optionally add more blocks to continue the conversation
Step 5: Test Your Bot
Before publishing, test your conversation flow:
- Click the Preview button in the top right
- Interact with your bot as a user would
- Verify all paths work correctly
- Make adjustments as needed
Step 6: Publish Your Bot
When ready, publish your bot:
- Click the Publish button in the toolbar
- Your bot is now live and ready to use
- Copy the embed code or share the direct link
Deployment Options
Choose how to deploy your bot:
Embed on Your Website:
Add this code to your website:
<script type="module">
import Bot from 'https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@inditeai/js/dist/web.js';
Bot.initStandard({
bot: "your-bot-id",
apiHost: "https://botviewer.indite.io",
});
</script>
<bot-standard style="width: 100%; height: 600px;"></bot-standard>Next Steps
Your first bot is live! Here's what to explore next:
- Flow Builder Guide - Master the visual editor
- Add AI Responses - Connect to AI models
- Customize Theme - Match your brand
- View Analytics - Track user interactions
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Bot not responding | Ensure the bot is published and embed code is correct |
| Styling issues | Clear browser cache and check theme settings |
| Integration errors | Verify API keys and connection settings |
Need Help?
- Documentation: Browse our full documentation
- Email: support@indite.io
- Support Bot: Available in your dashboard