Security & Best Practices

Ensure the integrity and efficiency of your Klone usage with our expert recommendations. This category provides essential tips on account security, data management best practices, and optimizing your overall platform experience.

Why am I not receiving SMS or emails?
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Verify your Twilio/email provider connection, check workflow triggers, and ensure you’re within usage limits.

How do I contact support or submit a bug report?
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Use the in-app chat or contact your Klone support team via support@getklone.com.

How do I test or debug automations?
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Use the Test Workflow feature or run workflows on test contacts.

What do I do if workflows aren’t triggering?
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Confirm workflows are active, triggers are correct, and contacts meet conditions. Use Test Workflow to debug.

What are some best practices for using Klone effectively?
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Regularly clean your contact lists, test workflows before activating, monitor your usage, and utilize reporting to optimize your campaigns. Optimize your funnels and campaigns based on analytics to ensure maximum effectiveness.

How do I protect my Klone account from unauthorized access?
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Use strong, unique passwords. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) in your user profile settings for added security.

What can I do on the mobile app?
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Manage conversations, add/edit contacts, view dashboards, book appointments, and more, on the go.

Is there a Klone mobile app?
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Yes, search for "LeadConnector" in the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android). Your Klone login credentials will work.

Are there limits on AI usage?
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Usage limits depend on your subscription plan.

How do I reset a user’s password?
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Users reset via login page. Admins can resend invites or deactivate users.

How do I add a chatbot to my funnel or website?
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Use Sites > Chat Widget to customize and embed on your funnel or site.

How does Klone AI work?
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It’s an AI chatbot that answers leads by SMS or chat, books appointments, and handles FAQs.

Can I customize the AI responses?
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Yes, by uploading FAQs, documents, or custom scripts in AI settings.

Can I audit user activity or changes?
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Audit trails are available on certain plans or via third-party tools.

What permissions can I assign to team members?
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Roles range from Admin to Standard User with customizable permissions.

How do I limit user access to only their contacts?
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Enable “Restrict contact access to assigned contacts only” in user permissions.

How do I set up API access?
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Generate API keys in Settings > API Keys.

How do I set up custom dashboards?
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Add widgets in the Dashboard tab to track your KPIs.

How do I connect social media accounts for posting?
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Use Marketing > Social Planner > Settings to connect supported accounts.

Can I export reports?
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Yes, export CSV files from contacts, opportunities, and campaigns.

What third-party integrations does Klone support?
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Integrations include Zapier, Facebook, Google, Stripe, PayPal, Twilio, Mailgun, Calendars, PandaDoc, etc.

Where can I find campaign or funnel performance?
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Check Marketing > Analytics or Sites > Funnels > Analytics.

How do I track lead conversion rates?
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Use Opportunities > Pipelines for stage tracking and conversion stats.

How do I connect Google My Business for reviews?
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Go to Integrations > Google My Business and connect your account.

Where can I manage and respond to reviews?
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Under Reputation > Reviews, you can see and reply to reviews from Google and Facebook (once integrated).

How do I send review requests to customers?
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Go to Reputation > Send Review Request. You can manually send requests or set up a workflow to automatically send them after a positive customer interaction.

How do I view my client's payment history or subscriptions?
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For individual clients, go to their contact record > Payments tab.

How do I handle refunds or cancellations?
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Process refunds through your payment processor and notify clients as needed.

How do I create a product in Klone for my funnels/invoices?
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Go to Payments > Products. Here you can define your products, pricing (one-time or recurring), and associate them with payment forms in your funnels.

How do I create invoices or payment links?
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Use order forms or payment integrations; send payment links via email or SMS.

How do I connect Stripe or PayPal?
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Connect your payment processor in Settings > Integrations.

What are "Text Snippets" and how do I use them?
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Text Snippets (Settings > Snippets) are pre-written phrases or sentences you can quickly insert into conversations to save time.

How do I manage incoming calls or missed calls?
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Missed calls will show in the Conversations tab. You can set up workflows to automatically respond to missed calls or route them to specific team members.

How do I use templates or snippets for faster replies?
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Create reusable snippets under Settings > Snippets.

How do I set up a dedicated phone number for my subaccount?
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Go to Settings > Phone Numbers. You'll need to purchase a Twilio number through Klone, which will be linked to your subaccount for SMS and calls.

Is it possible to auto-respond to new leads?
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Use workflows triggered by new contacts to send automatic replies.

Can I send bulk SMS or email campaigns?
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Yes. Create campaigns under Marketing > Emails or Marketing > SMS.

How do I manage multi-channel conversations?
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Use the Conversations tab to view and reply across SMS, email, Facebook Messenger, Instagram DMs, and Google messages.

Can I integrate my Klone calendar with my website?
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Yes, you can embed your Klone calendar directly onto any webpage using the provided embed code.

How do I create different types of calendars (e.g., Round Robin, Collective)?
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When creating a new calendar under Calendars > Settings, you can choose "Round Robin" (distributes appointments evenly), "Collective" (all team members must be available), or "Simple" (single user).

How do I set availability or blackout dates?
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Set working hours and blackout dates in calendar settings.

How do I handle rescheduling or cancellations?
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Automate reminders with reschedule/cancel links via workflows.

Can I send reminders or confirmations automatically?
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Yes, trigger SMS or email reminders in workflows before appointments.

How do I connect my Google or Outlook calendar?
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Go to Calendars > Settings > Connect Calendar and authorize your account.

How do I use the Social Planner?
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Under Marketing > Social Planner, connect your social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Google My Business) to schedule and publish posts directly from Klone.

How do I add forms or surveys to my funnels/websites?
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Go to Sites > Forms (for standalone forms) or Sites > Surveys. Build your form/survey and then embed it on a funnel page or website.

How do I create an email template?
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Go to Marketing > Emails > Templates. Use the drag-and-drop builder or code editor to design reusable email layouts.

What is the "Campaigns" feature (legacy) and how does it differ from "Workflows"?
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Campaigns (under Marketing) are an older, simpler way to send sequential messages. Workflows (under Automation) are the current, more powerful, and flexible automation builder, recommended for most automation needs.

How do I use tags to automate follow-ups?
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Tags label contacts and can be triggers or conditions in workflows to personalize messaging.

How do I pause or stop a workflow?
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Toggle the Active/Inactive switch in the workflow editor or remove contacts from workflows manually.

What triggers are available in workflows?
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Triggers include Form Submitted, Contact Created, Appointment Booked, Tag Added/Removed, SMS Received, Email Opened, etc.

How do I add payment forms to funnels?
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Add an Order Form funnel step. Connect Stripe or PayPal in Settings > Integrations. Customize product and payment fields.

How do I create drip email or SMS campaigns?
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Use Automation > Workflows. Add email/SMS actions with delays. Attach to triggers like form submission.

Can I connect my own domain or subdomain?
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Yes. Add your domain in Settings > Domains and follow DNS instructions. Allow up to 48 hours for propagation.

How do I segment contacts or create smart lists?
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Create Smart Lists under Contacts > Smart Lists using filters like tags or pipeline stage. Lists update automatically.

What are "Opportunities" and how do I use them?
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Opportunities (found under the "Opportunities" tab) represent your sales pipeline. You can create different stages to track leads as they move from prospect to client, assign values, and view conversion rates.

How do I create and customize funnels?
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Go to Sites > Funnels, create a funnel, add steps, and use the drag-and-drop editor. Save and preview your work.

How do I publish or unpublish a funnel?
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Publish funnels using the Publish button. Unpublish by removing the domain or disabling the funnel in settings.

How do I assign contacts to users or teams?
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Assign contacts via the Assigned User dropdown in contact profiles or bulk assign in Contacts. Permissions can restrict visibility.

How do I create and manage custom fields for contacts?
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Go to Settings > Custom Fields. You can create text fields, dropdowns, multi-select, etc., to capture specific information relevant to your business.

How do I upgrade or change my subscription plan?
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Manage your subscription through your billing provider or dashboard. Contact Klone support if you need assistance.

How do I update my business info or branding?
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Go to Settings > Business Info to update company details.

How do I add or remove team members?
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Navigate to Settings > Team Management. Add users by email, assign roles, or remove users. Set permissions carefully to control access.

Can I merge duplicate contacts?
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Klone doesn’t automatically merge duplicates. Use tags or workflows to manage duplicates manually.

How do I import/export contacts?
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Use Contacts > Import Contacts to upload CSV files. Export contacts with the Export button on the Contacts page. Always back up data before importing.

How do I reset my password?
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Go to your login page and click “Forgot Password?” Enter your email, and you’ll receive a reset link. Follow the instructions to create a new password. Check spam if you don’t see the email.