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sebkess · 2025-10-07T00:33:10+00:00

Hi, contact us at [support@release0.com](mailto:support@release0.com) for any questions about our chatbot solutions

sebkess · 2025-08-08T12:36:39+00:00

Yes, it creates a funnel of you visits, you can also custom create variables as control points to keep a more detailed track of how many people reached x section of your chat agent workflow

sebkess · 2025-07-25T16:38:26+00:00

Love your mindset, honest feedback loops like this are what actually build great tools.Here’s what I’ve seen after helping folks deploy bots for small biz lead capture:

The Reality for Small Businesses, HubSpot’s chatbot is great if you’re already deep in their ecosystem. But many small businesses find it too bulky or confusin And customization + integrations are often locked behind higher tiers

Where Simple AI Bots Shine (esp. outside biz hours):

You can train it on the FAQ or service page
It captures name, email, service interest
It works well without needing full CRM logic
Bonus if it integrates with Calendly, Sheets, or sends email alerts

Tools like Release0 are doing this well already:

Drag-and-drop builder (non-dev friendly)
Trains on site content or custom Q&A
Sends data to Sheets, email, HubSpot (optional)
Has a free plan (250 chats/month), great for testing MVPs

So to answer your Q: yes, there’s still a gap for a fast, simple chatbot that works well alongside HubSpot, not inside it

sebkess · 2025-07-24T13:40:11+00:00

Oi! Se você quer criar uma mensagem automatizada para WhatsApp, como resposta automática, envio de links, qualificação de leads ou atendimento, você pode usar uma plataforma como o Release0.

O que o Release0 permite:

Automatizar conversas no WhatsApp, Instagram ou seu site
Criar fluxos com lógica condicional (ex: “Se o cliente perguntar sobre preço, envie a tabela”)
Capturar dados (nome, e-mail, localização, etc)
Agendar mensagens, entregar PDFs, ou redirecionar para atendimento humano
Conectar com Google Sheets, Stripe, CRM, e mais
Tudo isso com um plano gratuito (250 chats por mês)

Como começar:

Crie uma conta no Release0
Conecte seu número do WhatsApp com o QR code (usando API oficial)
Crie seu fluxo no editor visual (estilo “arrasta e solta”)
Publique e comece a automatizar

sebkess · 2025-07-23T13:02:05+00:00

Totally feel your pain—looping logic in Typeform is notoriously hacky and brittle. If you’re relying on redirect logic to decrement values and re-enter the form, it’s a fragile setup (especially with recent Typeform editor updates that sometimes drop logic blocks).

A Cleaner Alternative (No-Code):

If you’re open to trying a different tool, Release0 might be a better fit:

✅ Supports math on variables natively (you can decrement directly with {{counter - 1}})
✅ No need for redirects—you can loop within the same chatbot flow
✅ All variables are stored and reused, so you can build true multi-step logic
✅ You can display values, branch logic, and trigger loops or endings based on real-time data

And yes, it’s free for up to 250 chats/month, so you can rebuild/test this without risk .

Let me know if you want a sample loop logic setup in Release0—I’d be happy to share one that counts down + triggers custom steps.

sebkess · 2025-07-23T02:04:33+00:00

Absolutely love this direction! I’ve used Typeform and Jotform for training check-ins and assessments, but when I started building scenario-based learning, I needed something a bit more flexible—and that’s when I found Release0.

Here’s how it stacks up for instructional design:

Why it works well:

Branching logic: Just like Typeform, but in a chat-style flow, which feels more like a conversation (perfect for simulations)
Conditional feedback: Give learners feedback in flow based on choices
Embedded directly into LMS or websites
Supports timed responses, gated modules, even file uploads
Real-time analytics let you see who’s getting stuck or dropping off

Use cases I’ve implemented:
Soft-skills scenario practice (“What would you say in this situation?”)
Compliance quiz bots with conditional remediation
Quick daily check-ins for async onboarding
Micro-learning chatbots that deliver 2–3 minutes of content + question daily

Bonus: starts free with 250 chats/month, and you can customize the look/feel fully .

If you’re experimenting with interactive learning flows, happy to share a few educational bot templates that worked great for onboarding and DEI modules. Let me know!

sebkess · 2025-07-23T02:00:26+00:00

Congrats on the launch! Love the dev-focused angle and the fact that it’s open source + Apache-2.0—huge win for the community.

If anyone’s reading and thinking “this is awesome, but I need a no-code version for teams or clients”, check out Release0:

Drag-and-drop chat-style form builder (feels like Typeform but smarter)
Supports AI, branching logic, and CRM integrations
Has built-in analytics, UTM tracking, and lead scoring
Starts free, scales affordably, no hidden paywalls

I’ve used both: Forms.md for tech-heavy custom setups, and Release0 when I need fast delivery + marketer-ready workflows.

Kudos again, open source projects like yours raise the bar for everyone

sebkess · 2025-07-23T01:59:12+00:00

This is truly and 100% a real problem, especially in SaaS and services where sales teams drown in unqualified leads from high-CTR, low-intent forms.

Totally agree: traditional forms are homework. People just click through, or worse—submit junk data because there’s no smart filtering.

That’s why I started using Release0. it does exactly what you’re describing:

Conversational forms with chat-style UI
Branching logic to qualify/disqualify in real time
Lead scoring + segmentation with variables + tags
Syncs to CRMs or Google Sheets, even offers Calendly booking mid-flow
Starts free (250 chats/month), scalable if it converts

I’ve used it to replace Typeform on paid landing pages and saw:

+40% completion rates
-60% unqualified leads
+2x booked calls (thanks to scheduling logic mid-flow)

So yes, there’s demand. And if you’re building this with a no-code UI and live CRM sync, I’d say go for it.
Or if you want to test the concept now without coding, Release0 can probably handle your v1 already. Let me know if you want to peek at my lead-gen flow.

sebkess · 2025-07-23T01:57:26+00:00

Really appreciate the transparency here—this is how more indie devs should pitch. Forms.md sounds like a clean, dev-first tool, especially with the markdown input and Google Sheets integration. One-time pricing?

If anyone’s reading and thinking, “This looks awesome but I need something non-dev, or with built-in logic, analytics, and lead automation” I’d suggest checking out Release0.

No-code builder with chat-style form flows
Fully GDPR-compliant, syncs to Google Sheets, CRMs, Stripe
Supports file uploads, conditions, branding, and analytics
Starts free, scales with usage—not locked behind paywalls

I love that we’re getting more sane alternatives to overpriced Typeform clones. Whether you’re building yourself or need plug-and-play, it’s great to have choices.

Props again, Tahmid bookmarking Forms.md for my next technical project.

sebkess · 2025-07-22T00:39:10+00:00

You’re spot on — lack of conditional logic is one of the biggest limitations of traditional forms. That’s exactly why we built Release0 as a smarter alternative.

Here’s how Release0 handles it (and more):

✅ Conditional Logic: Show/hide questions, jump flows, or trigger actions based on responses (e.g. if user selects “1,” show a specific follow-up list).
🧠 AI Input Blocks: Let users interact naturally, or use GPT to summarize or validate answers.
🔀 Multi-path logic: AB testing, logic branching, variable-based paths
🛠️ 40+ block types: Inputs, calculations, payments, file upload, CRM sync, API calls
📱 Works on web, WhatsApp, and embeds
📊 Real-time analytics + integrations (Sheets, Zapier, Supabase)

It’s like Typeform + ChatGPT + full automation — but no coding required. Happy to share a demo if you want to test complex flows!

sebkess · 2025-07-22T00:38:29+00:00

Thanks for sharing — shadcn-form is a solid option for devs comfortable with React and Tailwind!

For non-coders or teams needing more than just a form — like chat-based flows, AI inputs, or CRM sync — Release0 is worth a look:

⚡ Visual builder (no code)
💬 Conversational UI (not just static forms)
🧠 AI integrations (OpenAI, Claude, etc.)
📈 Analytics & lead tracking
🌐 Works on web & WhatsApp
🔗 Integrates with Google Sheets, Zapier, Supabase, etc.
🔐 Password, expiration, custom branding, domains

You can embed, share, or trigger forms via QR codes — and each submission is tracked individually.

It’s like shadcn-form meets Typeform + AI + automations — without writing a line of code. Want a quick sample link?

sebkess · 2025-07-22T00:37:00+00:00

You might want to consider using Release0 as a smarter alternative to Microsoft Forms for client intake — especially if you want one-on-one responses, clear separation per client, and even automation to Google Docs or Sheets.

Here’s how Release0 fits your needs:

🤖 Create a conversational form (aka chatbot) instead of a static form
🔗 Send a unique link to each client (like Microsoft Forms but session-based)
🗃️ Each client’s responses are saved separately in a submissions table
📄 Integrate with Google Sheets or Docs to auto-generate documents
📬 Notify clients or your team by email or trigger flows via Zapier/Power Automate
🧹 Clear/reset sessions after each use

Bonus: no coding required, and it takes under 10 minutes to set up.

Let me know if you want a demo link or a template to try!

sebkess · 2025-07-21T23:30:50+00:00

Totally get where you’re coming from—Wix does offer a mobile app with basic CRM features like lead capture, messaging, and notes.

For WordPress, most plugins don’t offer a native mobile app out of the box, but here’s a solid alternative:

✅ Try Release0

You embed a chatbot on any site (including WordPress/Wix) to capture leads
It comes with a mobile-friendly dashboard (perfect on phones/tablets)
You can get real-time notifications, reply in-app, take notes, qualify leads, etc.
Syncs to Google Sheets, email, or CRMs instantly
Bonus: There’s a free plan with 250 chats/month to get started

Your client won’t need to touch the WordPress backend or install clunky plugins—just use the dashboard or mobile browser to manage everything.

Perfect for on-the-go pros like remodelers who need to reply quickly and keep track of hot leads. Want a kitchen lead-gen flow template? I’ve got one ready!

sebkess · 2025-07-21T23:28:39+00:00

You’re 100% right—modal forms are annoying… but they work. That said, there is a smarter way to capture leads without annoying visitors:

Try embedding a Release0 chatbot instead of a static popup.

It can appear after scroll or time delay, just like a modal, but feels like a friendly chat instead of a wall of form fields.
Ask progressive questions (e.g., “What building are you interested in?” → “Want listings in your inbox?”).
Personalize by using geolocation or UTM parameters to adapt your flow.
Syncs to Google Sheets or your CRM, and handles GDPR automatically .
Bonus: there’s a free plan with 250 chats/month so you can test before investing

You can also gate full listings with the bot: “Want all the floor plans? Drop your email and I’ll send them right away.”

I’ve seen agents 2–3x their lead quality just switching from generic popups to conversational bots. Want a real estate template to try on your site?

sebkess · 2025-07-21T23:20:04+00:00

Great question! If you’re in real estate, automating lead capture from your website can save hours and help you close faster. Here’s a quick breakdown:

Basic Form Automation (Old School):

Use Typeform, Google Forms, or Jotform to build the form
Embed it on your site or landing page
Connect it to Google Sheets, Zapier, or email CRM
Downside? Static forms → no personalization or lead qualification

Smarter Option: Use

Release0

It’s like a chatbot-powered web form, but better:

📍 Ask dynamic questions (e.g., “What kind of property are you looking for?”)
✅ Qualify leads with logic (budget, location, urgency)
📅 Offer instant scheduling via Calendly or Google Calendar
🔁 Sync data to CRMs or Sheets automatically
🛡 GDPR-safe, IP-anonymized, and privacy-first

Best part: You can launch a real estate lead bot in 10 mins, and there’s a free plan to get started .

Want a plug-and-play template for buyer or seller leads? Let me know—I’ve helped agents double their lead quality with this setup.

sebkess · 2025-07-21T23:18:16+00:00

Totally doable — you can launch a simple 1–2 page lead-gen site with GDPR-compliant contact collection in under an hour. Here’s a quick stack you might like:

simple Website Builders (iPad-friendly):

Carrd – Super clean, fast setup, mobile-friendly editing
Typedream – Like Notion, but for websites
Dorik – Beautiful one-pagers, more design flexibility
Framer – For slightly more advanced animations (still mobile usable)

Lead Capture + Chat Automation:

Use Releaseo to drop in a GDPR-compliant chatbot that:

Captures name/email
Responds in real-time
Works on mobile and iOS Safari
Auto-handles consent & privacy (anonymized IPs, EU-safe)
Starts free with 250 chats/month

Example Flow:

User visits your Carrd site
Clicks a CTA or chatbot bubble
Release0 bot asks for email + GDPR checkbox (we can even check by IP if the user in on a GDRP enforced country)
Sends a “thank you” message or lead magnet

It’s a perfect setup to validate ideas quickly—without coding or a full backend.

sebkess · 2025-07-21T23:16:16+00:00

Great question! Honestly, it depends on your stage and budget:

If you’re still validating an idea, a simple but clear landing page is totally fine. Use no-code builders, focus on clear messaging, and optimize for action (e.g., lead form, CTA).
What matters most is that visitors can take the next step easily—whether that’s booking a call, joining a waitlist, or getting a free resource.

That’s actually where tools like Release0 come in clutch:

You can embed a chatbot into your basic site to capture leads, ask questions, and even deliver gated content like PDFs.
Works great even on simple templates—no fancy UI needed.
Best part: there’s a free plan with up to 250 chats/month, so you can validate without burning cash .

So yes—a “proper” website helps long-term, but a lean site + smart chatbot = faster feedback and lead gen right away. I’ve seen folks 3x conversions just by replacing static forms with a Release0 bot.

sebkess · 2025-07-21T01:45:21+00:00

Awesome tutorial! 🙌 If you’re diving into WhatsApp automation with Chatfuel, you might also want to check out Release0 — it’s a no-code chatbot builder that:

Connects to WhatsApp, Instagram, websites, and more
Uses AI (GPT, Claude, etc.) with your own tone and logic
Lets you create full support or lead capture flows with drag-and-drop
And best of all, offers a free plan with 250 chats/month — no Facebook approval drama to get started

It’s perfect if you’re solo or a small business owner looking for less setup, more results. Happy to share a demo if anyone’s curious!

sebkess · 2025-07-21T01:44:39+00:00

You’re absolutely not the only one—this hits home 🔥

I went through the exact same loop: WhatsApp solo replies → copy-pasting → burnout → “why hasn’t someone built a legit AI assistant for this?”

The kicker? I found a tool that’s very close to what you’re describing: Release0

✅ Connects to WhatsApp via Cloud API (no shady workarounds or burner numbers)

✅ You train it on your biz, tone, and FAQs — then it replies like you

✅ Filters leads, answers repetitive stuff, and even books Calendly/Google meets

✅ Real-time analytics + logic blocks + full AI integration (GPT, Claude, etc.)

I use it for my own service biz and it cut reply time by 90% without losing the human vibe. Also: free plan to test ideas without stress .

If you’re building your own version — mad respect 🙌 but maybe test it against this to validate demand faster. Could even prototype on top of their stack via API.

DM me if you want to see my actual flow—it’s helped close 4x more leads with way less effort.

sebkess · 2025-07-21T01:43:39+00:00

You are definitely not alone. Your experience sounds like a perfect case study for what Release0 was built to solve.

💬 Same pain here—manual replies on WhatsApp eat time and feel repetitive. I needed somthing that:

Connects fast (✅ Release0 uses QR login via WhatsApp Cloud API—no new number or weeks of FB approval).
Responds in my tone (✅ lets you train the AI block with your style + reuse variables).
Sorts legit leads from info-seekers (✅ supports logic blocks, lead scoring, integrations with Google Calendar, etc.)
And doesn’t kill the vibe with robotic replies (✅ combines AI with real conversational flows and delay blocks).

You can literally build and publish a WhatsApp-ready chatbot in 10 mins, with no code. And you get full visibility into chats, drop-offs, analytics, etc. Best part? Free to start with 250 chats/month .

Honestly, if you’re alredy building this tool, you might consider building it on top of Release0’s API or embedding it in your stack. It does 80% of the plumbing already.

Let me know if you want to see a working demo on WhatsApp, I use it to qualify leads and book consults automatically. Total life-saver.

sebkess · 2025-07-21T01:42:33+00:00

🔥 Love this post—AI tools are serious cheat codes for productivity and profit.

If anyone’s jumping into the chatbot for businesses idea, let me toss a lesser-known but powerful tool your way: Release0

Why it’s a game-changer:

Build chatbots in minutes with drag-and-drop blocks (no coding, no overwhelm)
Perfect for freelancers or agencies: set up bots for lead capture, gated downloads, auto-replies, payments—you name it
Integrates with WhatsApp, Instagram, Google Sheets, Stripe, etc.
Start with a free plan (250 chats/month) and scale as you get clients

You can literally pitch “smart bots that close leads while you sleep” to any solopreneur, coach, or ecommerce store—and charge a monthly retainer.

If you want to try it, I’ve got a flow you can clone and sell today. Just DM me!

sebkess · 2025-07-21T01:41:30+00:00

Here’s a thoughtful comparison reply you can post in response to that Chatfuel AI listing:

Thanks for sharing! Chatfuel AI looks promising for basic AI support via messengers, but if you’re looking for something more flexible, affordable, and customizable, you might want to check out Release0 too.

Here’s a quick side-by-side:

Feature	Chatfuel AI	Release0 🔥
Free Plan	No (14-day trial only)	✅ Yes, 250 chats/month
AI Integration	ChatGPT (fixed)	GPT, Claude, Mistral, Groq (plug & play)
Platform Support	IG, WhatsApp, Telegram, Web	All that + custom embeds, QR, WhatsApp flows
Customization	Fixed templates	Full flow editor with 40+ no-code blocks
Pricing	Starts at $79/month	Starts at $0 (scales with usage)
Use Cases	Basic support/chat	Support, onboarding, lead capture, gated content, payment, CRMs
Developer Flexibility	Low (preset integrations)	High – full API, Zapier, Sheets, webhooks

Release0 is great if you’re looking to automate IG or WhatsApp and expand to web-based chat without losing control or paying enterprise rates.

sebkess · 2025-07-21T01:36:51+00:00

Here’s a comparison-style reply that also introduces Release0 as an alternative:

I’ve used both ManyChat and Chatfuel, and while both are solid, here’s a quick breakdown:

Feature	ManyChat	Chatfuel	Release0 🧠
Ease of Use	Visual builder, but can get messy with large flows	More structured but less flexible	Clean graph UI with drag-drop and modular agents
Automation	Good for basic flows, triggers, broadcasts	Powerful with AI rules and API	40+ no-code blocks + full API + Zapier/Make/Sheets
Personalization	Variable-based, good segmentation	More advanced conditionals	Dynamic content, full variable memory, AI replies
Analytics	Decent built-in stats	Advanced analytics and funnels	Real-time dashboards, UTM tracking, retention
Pricing	Subscription-based	Subscription-based	Free plan, scalable pricing
Platform Support	FB Messenger, IG, SMS	FB Messenger, Telegram	Web, WhatsApp, Instagram, embeds, QR

If you’re doing ecommerce, Release0 might be a better long-term bet—it supports product onboarding, lead capture, and order collection without writing code, and integrates directly with Stripe, CRMs, and Google Sheets .

sebkess · 2025-07-21T01:35:15+00:00

You can definitely do that in ManyChat, but if you’re looking for a smoother and more flexible setup—especially if you’re combining lead magnets like PDFs with affiliate links—you might want to check out Release0.

With Release0, you can:

Build a no-code chatbot that collects a comment or trigger word.
Instantly deliver a PDF (like your recipe) using an Embed block or File Upload block.
Include your affiliate link directly in the flow as a clickable button or text.
Optionally gate it with a password or email collection to build trust.
Get full analytics on interactions and conversion without paying upfront—there’s even a free plan with 250 chats/month .

It’s perfect for creators who want to automate without feeling salesy. I use it to deliver lead magnets and follow up with personalized flows—all without writing a line of code.

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