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Getting Started with ResponseBud

New to ResponseBud? Start here for a quick overview

Welcome to ResponseBud!

ResponseBud helps you never miss a lead by automatically responding to web form submissions and missed calls via SMS. Here's what you need to know to get started.

What ResponseBud Does

  • Instant SMS Replies: Automatically sends SMS when someone submits your web form
  • Missed Call Recovery: Detects unanswered calls and sends an SMS to the caller
  • AI Conversations: Maintains context and generates helpful follow-up responses
  • Lead Tracking: All leads and conversations are tracked in your dashboard

Quick Setup Checklist

  1. Complete the onboarding wizard (business name, phone, tone, hours)
  2. Set up your Twilio account and get credentials
  3. Add Twilio credentials to ResponseBud settings
  4. Configure Twilio webhooks for SMS and missed calls
  5. Add the embed code to your website's contact form
  6. Test with a sample lead submission

Next Steps

Ready to dive deeper? Check out these guides: