Getting Started with Mercuri CX
This guide is your starting point. Whether you're setting up WhatsApp and SMS, creating automation flows, or sending your first campaign, this page will walk you through what to do first and where to find everything.
Step 1: Connect Your Communication Channels
Before you begin engaging with customers, youβll need to connect your WhatsApp and SMS Communication channels.
A. WhatsApp Business API Setup
Let's start with WhatsApp, the most powerful tool for real-time customer engagement.
To get started, ensure you have:
A verified Facebook Business Manager account πVerify your Business Manager Account
A phone number (can be either):
A brand-new number
An existing number already registered with WhatsApp Business
A valid payment method (credit card), along with your:
Company name
Billing address
GST number (if applicable)
Once you're ready, simply follow the guided steps in Mercuri CX to complete your WhatsApp setup.
Connect Your SMS Provider
B. Connect Your SMS Provider
Next, set up your SMS channel to enable broader communication coverage. Click on the link below to understand more about the TFN verification Process π Connect your SMS Provider
Step 2: Build Your Messaging Foundation
Now that your channels are connected, itβs time to build the infrastructure for communication.
A. Create Message Templates
To initiate customer conversations, WhatsApp requires the use of pre-approved message templates. Set up templates for use cases like:
Campaign messages
Appointment reminders
Support follow-ups
π Create WhatsApp Templates
B. Add Your Contacts
Next, bring in your customer data. You can:
Sync contacts directly from your website
Upload a CSV file
Manually add individual contacts
C. Set Up Automations
Save time by automating routine communication. You can trigger messages based on user actions such as:
Appointment confirmations
Reminders and alerts
Feedback and review requests
π Set Up Your First Automation
Step 3: Start Conversations
Now itβs time to engage your audience.
Open your Mercuri Conversation Inbox to:
Respond to incoming messages in real time
Trigger automated replies
Use smart buttons and quick replies for smoother interactions
π Start Your First Conversation
Step 4: Add Your Team
Working with a team? Invite your agents to collaborate in one place.
You can assign roles, manage permissions with ease.
π Add Agents & Manage Roles
Step 5: Launch Your First Campaign
Sending out campaigns allows businesses to retarget and re-engage their customers, boosting retention and loyalty through personalized, targeted messaging.
Use the Marketing feature to:
Draft your message
Choose your target audience
Send campaigns across WhatsApp and SMS
Track campaign performance metrics in real time
π Create and Launch Your First Campaign π Track Campaign Performance
Youβre All Set
By this point, you've:
Connected your communication channels
Built message templates
Set up automations
Engaged with your customers
Sent your first campaign
From here, Mercuri CX supports you in turning every conversation into a meaningful customer relationship.
Need help? Our support team is always just a click away.
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