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๐Ÿš€ Getting Started

What is MyChatbot?

MyChatbot is your personal AI assistant that answers questions using YOUR information. Think of it like having a helper who has read all your documents and can answer questions about them 24/7.

How does it work?

1
You add your content

Add your website pages, upload PDFs, or paste text into the Knowledge Base.

2
The AI learns it

Our AI reads and understands all your content.

3
People ask questions

Anyone can now ask questions and get instant answers based on YOUR information.

What can I add to my Knowledge Base?

  • โœ… Website pages (FAQs, About pages, calendars, etc.)
  • โœ… PDF documents (handbooks, catalogs, policies)
  • โœ… Text content (copy and paste anything)

๐ŸŒ Adding a Website

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Go to Knowledge Base

Click "Knowledge Base" in the top menu.

2
Find the "Add Website" section

Look for the section with a ๐ŸŒ icon.

3
Copy the website address

Go to the page you want to add. Copy the full address from your browser's address bar. It should start with "https://"

Example: https://www.yourschool.edu/admissions/faq
4
Paste and click "Add Website"

Paste the address into the box and click the button. Wait a few seconds while we read the page.

5
You'll see a success message

The page will appear in "Your Documents" at the bottom.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip: Add Specific Pages

Instead of just adding your homepage, add the specific pages that have the information people ask about:

  • Your FAQ page
  • Your calendar or schedule page
  • Your contact page
  • Your pricing or tuition page
  • Your admissions or services page

๐Ÿ“„ Uploading a PDF

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Go to Knowledge Base

Click "Knowledge Base" in the top menu.

2
Find the "Upload Document" section

Look for the section with a ๐Ÿ“„ icon.

3
Click "Choose File"

A window will open. Find your PDF file on your computer and select it.

4
Click "Upload Document"

Wait while the file uploads. This may take a few seconds for large files.

5
You'll see a success message

The document will appear in "Your Documents" at the bottom.

๐Ÿ’ก Great Documents to Upload

  • Student handbooks
  • Course catalogs
  • Policy documents
  • Price lists
  • FAQ documents
  • Brochures

๐Ÿ“ Pasting Text

When should I use this?

Use "Paste Text" when:

  • A website won't load properly
  • You want to add specific information quickly
  • You have content that's not on a website or in a PDF
  • You want to add a table or calendar manually

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Go to Knowledge Base

Click "Knowledge Base" in the top menu.

2
Find the "Paste Text Content" section

Look for the section with a ๐Ÿ“ icon.

3
Give it a title

Type a name that describes the content.

Example: "Spring 2026 Calendar" or "Business Hours"
4
Paste your content

Copy text from anywhere (website, document, email) and paste it in the big text box.

5
Click "Add Content"

Your content will be saved and appear in "Your Documents".

โš ๏ธ What If My Website Won't Load?

Don't worry! This happens sometimes.

Some websites use special technology that makes them harder to read automatically. If you see an error message when trying to add a website, you have two easy options:

โœ… Option 1: Save the Page as a PDF (Recommended)

This is the easiest and most reliable method. See the detailed instructions below.

See How to Save as PDF โ†’

โœ… Option 2: Copy and Paste the Content

Simply copy the text from the website and paste it into the "Paste Text" section.

1
Go to the website page
2
Select all the text you want

Click and drag to highlight, or press Ctrl+A (Cmd+A on Mac) to select all.

3
Copy it

Press Ctrl+C (Cmd+C on Mac) or right-click and choose "Copy".

4
Paste it in Knowledge Base

Go to "Paste Text Content" and paste with Ctrl+V (Cmd+V on Mac).

๐Ÿ’พ How to Save Any Page as PDF

This works for ANY website, even ones that won't load directly!

Follow these simple steps to save any webpage as a PDF, then upload it to your Knowledge Base.

๐Ÿ”ต If You Use Google Chrome

1
Go to the webpage you want to save

Open the page in Chrome like you normally would.

2
Press Ctrl + P on your keyboard

(On Mac, press Cmd + P)

This opens the print window.

3
Look for "Destination" and click it

Change it from your printer to "Save as PDF".

Destination
Save as PDF โ–ผ
4
Click "Save"

Choose where to save the file on your computer. Remember where you save it!

5
Upload the PDF to Knowledge Base

Go to Knowledge Base โ†’ Upload Document โ†’ Choose the PDF you just saved.

๐Ÿ”ท If You Use Microsoft Edge

1
Go to the webpage you want to save
2
Press Ctrl + P on your keyboard

(On Mac, press Cmd + P)

3
Under "Printer", select "Microsoft Print to PDF"
4
Click "Print" then save the file
5
Upload the PDF to Knowledge Base

๐Ÿงญ If You Use Safari (Mac)

1
Go to the webpage you want to save
2
Click "File" in the menu bar, then "Export as PDF"
3
Choose where to save it and click "Save"
4
Upload the PDF to Knowledge Base

โœจ Tips for Best Results

๐ŸŽฏ Be Specific with What You Add

Instead of adding your entire website, add the specific pages that answer common questions:

  • Good: yourschool.edu/admissions/faq
  • Less Good: yourschool.edu (homepage only)

๐Ÿ“‹ Add Your Most-Asked Questions

Think about what people ask you most often:

  • "What are your hours?"
  • "How much does it cost?"
  • "When does the semester start?"
  • "How do I apply?"

Make sure that information is in your Knowledge Base!

๐Ÿ“„ PDFs Are Super Reliable

If you have important information in PDF format (handbooks, catalogs, calendars), upload them! PDFs work perfectly every time.

๐Ÿ”„ Keep It Updated

If your information changes (new calendar, new prices, new policies), remember to:

  1. Delete the old document from Knowledge Base
  2. Add the new/updated version

๐Ÿงช Test Your Chatbot

After adding content, go to Chat and ask questions to make sure it's working. Try asking the same questions your visitors would ask!

๐Ÿง  Understanding the Bot

How does the bot learn my business info?

The bot learns from the content YOU provide in your Knowledge Base. When you upload a PDF, add a website, or paste text, the bot reads and remembers that information. When someone asks a question, it searches through your content to find the best answer.

Think of it like this: You're giving the bot a stack of documents to study. The more relevant content you add, the smarter it becomes about YOUR specific business.

What kind of questions can my bot answer?

Your bot can answer any question where the answer exists in your Knowledge Base. Common examples:

  • "What are your business hours?"
  • "How much does [service] cost?"
  • "When does the semester start?"
  • "What's your return policy?"
  • "How do I contact you?"
  • "What services do you offer?"

Pro tip: Think about the questions you get asked most often, then make sure that information is in your Knowledge Base!

What happens if someone asks something not in my Knowledge Base?

If the bot can't find an answer in your content, it will honestly say it doesn't have that information. It won't make things up or guess. This protects you from giving out incorrect information.

๐Ÿ”ง Customization & Control

How do I update my business hours or policies?

Easy! Just update your Knowledge Base:

  1. Go to Knowledge Base
  2. Delete the old document with outdated info
  3. Add the new/updated information (upload new PDF, add updated website, or paste new text)

Changes take effect immediately!

Can I control what information the bot uses?

Absolutely! You have complete control over your Knowledge Base:

  • Add any content you want the bot to know
  • Delete any content you don't want it to reference
  • Update content anytime by removing old and adding new

The bot ONLY knows what you tell it. It doesn't access any external information.

Can I see what my bot will say before going live?

Yes! Use the Chat page to test your bot. Ask it questions just like a customer would. This lets you:

  • Verify answers are accurate
  • Identify missing information
  • See how the bot phrases responses

We recommend testing with 10-15 common questions before sharing with customers.

๐Ÿ“Š Usage & Limits

What counts as a message?

Each question someone asks counts as one message. The bot's response does NOT count against your limit - only the incoming questions do.

Example: If a customer asks 3 questions, that's 3 messages used.

How do I know if I'm close to my limit?

Check the Chat page! At the top, you'll see:

  • How many messages you've used today
  • Your daily limit
  • How many messages remain

You can also see your current plan and upgrade options on the Upgrade page.

What happens if I go over my message allowance?

If you reach your daily limit:

  • The bot will stop responding until the next day
  • Your limit resets at midnight
  • No additional charges - you simply wait or upgrade

Need more messages? Consider upgrading to a higher plan with more capacity.

Do unused messages roll over?

No, message limits reset daily. If you don't use all your messages one day, they don't carry over to the next day. This keeps things simple and predictable.

๐Ÿ”’ Privacy & Security

Is my data safe?

Yes! We take security seriously:

  • Your Knowledge Base content is private to your account
  • Other users cannot see or access your documents
  • Passwords are encrypted and never stored in plain text
  • All connections use secure HTTPS encryption

Does the bot store conversations?

Yes, conversations are saved so you can:

  • See your chat history
  • Review what questions are being asked
  • Identify gaps in your Knowledge Base

Can I delete my Knowledge Base content?

Yes! You have full control:

  • Delete individual documents anytime
  • Use "Delete All" to clear everything at once
  • Deleted content is permanently removed

Who can see my bot's responses?

Only people who have access to your chat. Currently, conversations happen through your account's Chat page. Your bot's knowledge and responses are not shared with other users.

๐Ÿ’ก Best Practices

What should I include in my Knowledge Base?

Start with the information people ask about most:

  • Contact info - Hours, location, phone, email
  • Pricing - Costs, fees, payment options
  • Services/Products - What you offer
  • Policies - Returns, refunds, cancellations
  • FAQs - Your existing FAQ page content
  • Schedules - Calendars, important dates

How do I make sure my bot sounds helpful?

The bot's helpfulness depends on your content quality:

  • Be specific - Include actual prices, dates, and details
  • Be complete - Don't assume people know things
  • Be current - Keep information up to date
  • Test it - Ask questions like a customer would

What are common mistakes to avoid?

  • Too little content - Add enough info for the bot to be useful
  • Outdated info - Old prices/dates confuse people
  • Only adding your homepage - Add specific pages with real info
  • Not testing - Always test before relying on it
  • Forgetting to update - When things change, update the bot too

How many documents should I add?

Quality matters more than quantity:

  • Minimum: 3-5 key documents covering basics
  • Ideal: 10-20 documents covering common questions
  • Maximum: No limit! Add as much as you need

Start small, test, then add more based on what questions aren't being answered.

๐Ÿ”ง Troubleshooting

The bot says it doesn't have information I added

Try these steps:

  1. Check if the document appears in your Knowledge Base list
  2. Make sure the content actually contains the answer
  3. Try asking the question differently
  4. If you added a website, try saving it as PDF instead

My website won't scrape properly

Some websites use technology that prevents automatic reading. Solutions:

  1. Best option: Save the page as PDF and upload it
  2. Alternative: Copy/paste the content using "Paste Text"

See our PDF guide โ†’

The bot gave an incorrect answer

This can happen if:

  • The source document has outdated information
  • Similar information exists for different time periods (like 2025 vs 2026)
  • The content is ambiguous

Solution: Review your Knowledge Base, remove outdated content, and make sure information is clear and specific.

I'm getting "Invalid token" errors

Your login session has expired. Simply:

  1. Click "Logout"
  2. Log back in

Sessions expire after 1 hour of inactivity for security.

๐Ÿ’พ Knowledge Base Storage

How much can I store in my Knowledge Base?

Your Knowledge Base has generous storage limits:

  • Per document: Up to 50,000 characters (~25-30 pages of text)
  • Number of documents: Unlimited
  • Total storage: No cap - add as many documents as you need

This means you can upload entire handbooks, policy documents, FAQs, and more without worrying about running out of space.

What counts as one document?

Each of these counts as one document:

  • One uploaded PDF file
  • One uploaded text file
  • One website URL (includes up to 10 pages crawled)
  • One "Paste Text" entry

What if my document is too large?

If you have a very large document (over 30 pages), you can:

  • Split it into multiple smaller documents
  • Upload only the most relevant sections
  • Use "Paste Text" to add the key content manually

๐Ÿ“ข Quick Updates & Announcements

How to Add Time-Sensitive Information

Need to quickly add announcements like cancelled events, schedule changes, or temporary notices? Here's the easy way:

  1. Go to Knowledge Base
  2. Click "Paste Text"
  3. Title it something like "Current Announcements" or "Today's Updates"
  4. Paste your announcement text
  5. Click Add Content

Your chatbot will immediately be able to answer questions about the announcement!

Example: School Snow Day

Title: Current Announcements

Content:

SCHOOL CLOSING - January 15, 2026

Due to winter weather, all schools will be closed on Wednesday, January 15th. All after-school activities and sports events are cancelled. Classes will resume Thursday, January 16th on a normal schedule.

Now when parents ask "Is school open tomorrow?" or "Are sports cancelled?", the chatbot can answer!

Keeping Announcements Current

When an announcement is no longer relevant:

  1. Go to Knowledge Base
  2. Find your "Current Announcements" document
  3. Click Delete to remove it
  4. Add a new one if you have new announcements

Pro tip: Include dates in your announcements so there's no confusion about when they apply!

What questions will the chatbot answer?

Once you add an announcement, users can ask things like:

  • "Is school open today?"
  • "Are there any announcements?"
  • "What's happening this week?"
  • "Is the game cancelled?"
  • "Any schedule changes?"

The chatbot searches your entire Knowledge Base, including announcements, to find the best answer.

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages/documents can I add?

You can add as many as you need! We recommend starting with your 5-10 most important pages, then adding more as needed.

Can I delete something from my Knowledge Base?

Yes! Go to Knowledge Base, find the item in "Your Documents", and click the red "Delete" button.

Why did my website fail to load?

Some websites use special technology that makes them harder to read automatically. This is normal! Just save the page as a PDF and upload it instead. See instructions here.

How long does it take for new content to work?

Immediately! As soon as you see the success message, your chatbot can answer questions about that content.

What if the chatbot gives a wrong answer?

The chatbot is very accurate, but it's always good to verify important information. Every answer includes a link to the source so users can double-check.

Can I add content from a Word document?

Not directly, but you can:

  1. Save the Word doc as a PDF (File โ†’ Save As โ†’ PDF)
  2. Upload the PDF to Knowledge Base

Or just copy/paste the text using the "Paste Text" feature!

How do I upgrade my plan?

Click "Upgrade" in the top menu to see all available plans and choose the one that's right for you.

๐Ÿ“ง Need More Help?

We're here for you!

If you're still stuck or have questions not covered here, reach out to our support team:

We typically respond within 24 hours.