Freshchat

Freshchat

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Omnichannel messaging platform by Freshworks combining Freddy AI chatbot with live chat across web, WhatsApp, and social.

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What is Freshchat?

Freshchat is an AI-powered customer messaging platform from Freshworks that brings together live chat, AI chatbots powered by Freddy AI, and omnichannel communication into a unified shared inbox. It supports web chat, mobile in-app messaging, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook Messenger, email, SMS, and Google Business Messages, all routed through a single workspace with IntelliAssign load-based agent routing, SLA management, and team collaboration tools. Freddy AI handles multilingual intent detection, automated Tier 1 responses, and real-time agent copilot suggestions. Freshchat integrates natively with the broader Freshworks suite including Freshdesk, Freshsales, and Freshservice, making it the natural choice for businesses already running Freshworks products. With a generous free plan for up to 10 agents and per-agent pricing starting at $19/month, it suits growing digital-first businesses across e-commerce, SaaS, and services.

Key Features

Freddy AI Chatbot for Tier 1 AutomationOmnichannel Inbox (Web, WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, SMS, Email)IntelliAssign Load-Based RoutingAI Agent Copilot with Reply SuggestionsNo-Code Bot BuilderMultilingual Intent Detection (30+ Languages)SLA Management & Escalation RulesTeam Inbox with Collaboration FeaturesiOS & Android Mobile AppsProactive Messaging & CampaignsFreshworks Suite Integration (Freshdesk, Freshsales)Advanced Analytics & CSAT ReportingCustomer Journey TrackingAPI & 400+ App Marketplace IntegrationsGDPR & Data Privacy Compliance

Integrations

Customer Support
Freshdesk
CRM
FreshsalesHubSpotSalesforce
Communication
SlackWhatsApp
Social Media
Instagram
Automation
Zapier
Analytics
Google Analytics
E-commerce
Shopify

How to Use Freshchat

1Sign up for a free Freshchat account (up to 10 agents)
2Install the Freshchat widget on your website or app
3Connect WhatsApp, Instagram, or other messaging channels
4Build your Freddy AI bot using the no-code builder
5Go live and manage all conversations in the shared inbox

✅ Best For

  • Growing digital businesses and e-commerce brands already using Freshworks tools like Freshdesk or Freshsales who want a tightly integrated messaging and AI support layer without adding a new vendor.
  • Customer support teams that need a unified inbox managing web chat, WhatsApp, Instagram, email, and SMS in one place with AI-powered routing, copilot assistance, and SLA tracking built in.

❌ Not For

  • Teams looking for a standalone AI bot builder with deep customisation options, open-source flexibility, or multi-LLM support as Freshchat's Freddy AI runs on Freshworks' own models and does not support custom LLM integrations.
  • Large enterprise teams needing advanced enterprise SSO, complex RBAC, or cutting-edge LLM-native voice capabilities as these features are limited compared to enterprise-first platforms like Intercom or Genesys.

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Pricing

Free$0
  • ✓10 agents
  • ✓basic live chat
  • ✓limited bot sessions
Growth$19/agent/mo
  • ✓All channels
  • ✓500 Freddy AI sessions
  • ✓basic analytics
Pro$49/agent/mo
  • ✓Advanced analytics
  • ✓skill-based routing
  • ✓live translate
Enterprise$79/agent/mo
  • ✓Custom roles
  • ✓advanced AI
  • ✓dedicated support

Prompts to Try

I need help with my recent order

How do I update my billing information?

What are your support hours?

I want to upgrade my plan

Connect me to a human agent

Use Cases

A fashion e-commerce brand connects Freshchat to their Instagram and website simultaneously, allowing Freddy AI to handle sizing and shipping questions across both channels from a single inbox, reducing agent-handled tickets by 40%.
A SaaS company uses Freshchat's proactive messaging feature to trigger an in-app message when a user has not completed setup after 24 hours, with Freddy AI offering guided help and increasing activation rates by 18%.
A travel booking platform enables Freshchat's live translation feature on their Pro plan so agents can respond to customers in Spanish, German, and French in real time without needing multilingual staff.
A Freshdesk customer adds Freshchat to their existing workflow in under an hour using native integration, giving their support team a live chat channel that automatically converts unresolved chats into Freshdesk tickets.
An HR software company uses Freshchat to build a Freddy AI bot trained on their onboarding documentation that answers new employee questions about benefits, policies, and tools during their first week, freeing the HR team from repetitive enquiries.

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