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Is BubblaV SOC 2 certified?
Is BubblaV SOC 2 certified?
BubblaV is built on SOC 2 Type 2 certified infrastructure. Our providers - Supabase, Vercel, and AI Model Providers - maintain SOC 2 Type 2 attestations. While BubblaV itself does not hold a SOC 2 certification, we leverage certified infrastructure and implement comprehensive security practices.
Is my data used to train AI models?
Is my data used to train AI models?
No. Your website content and conversation data is NEVER used to train AI models. BubblaV uses Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), which retrieves your content during conversations but does not modify AI model weights. Your data stays private.
Is BubblaV GDPR compliant?
Is BubblaV GDPR compliant?
Yes! BubblaV is fully GDPR compliant. We act as a data processor, implement data minimization, provide data subject rights facilitation, and offer Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) to customers who need them. Visit our GDPR page for full details.
Where is my data stored?
Where is my data stored?
Your data is stored on Supabase (PostgreSQL database in the Europe region) and processed through Vercel (also in the Europe region), ensuring your core data remains within the European Union for enhanced GDPR compliance. AI responses are generated via enterprise AI models (US-based). We use Standard Contractual Clauses for any EU-to-US data transfers that may occur during AI processing.
How is my data encrypted?
How is my data encrypted?
All data is encrypted in transit using TLS 1.3 (HTTPS) and at rest using AES-256 encryption. This includes your website content, conversation logs, and any customer information processed through our platform.
Can I get a Data Processing Agreement (DPA)?
Can I get a Data Processing Agreement (DPA)?
Yes! We provide Data Processing Agreements to customers who need formal GDPR Article 28 documentation. Contact us at support@bubblav.com or through our contact form to request a DPA.
Who are your sub-processors?
Who are your sub-processors?
Our primary sub-processors are: AI Model Providers (Google Gemini via Vercel Gateway), Supabase (database and authentication), Vercel (application hosting), Polar.sh (payment processing), and Shopify (for App Store customers). Each maintains their own security certifications and GDPR compliance.
What happens to my data if I cancel my account?
What happens to my data if I cancel my account?
When you cancel, you can export or delete your data through the dashboard. Upon account deletion, we remove all your website content, conversation logs, and personal data from our systems within 30 days, including backups.
How do I create my first chatbot?
How do I create my first chatbot?
Creating your first chatbot is simple! Just sign up for an account, go to your dashboard, click "Add Website", enter your website URL, and we'll automatically crawl your content and create a smart chatbot in minutes.
How long does it take to set up a chatbot?
How long does it take to set up a chatbot?
Most chatbots are ready in 5-10 minutes. The time depends on the size of your website. Our system crawls your content, processes it with AI, and creates responses automatically.
How quickly can I set up a chatbot?
How quickly can I set up a chatbot?
You can have a fully functional chatbot running in under 5 minutes. Just provide your website URL and we'll handle the rest automatically.
Do I need technical knowledge to use BubblaV?
Do I need technical knowledge to use BubblaV?
Zero technical knowledge required! Our platform is designed for business owners and marketers. Simply provide your website URL and we handle all the technical aspects automatically.
Can I integrate it with my website platform?
Can I integrate it with my website platform?
Absolutely! BubblaV works with any website - WordPress, Shopify, Squarespace, Wix, custom sites, etc. Just add one line of code or use our no-code embedding options.
Can I customize the appearance of my chatbot?
Can I customize the appearance of my chatbot?
Yes! You can customize colors, position, welcome messages, and behavior through our design tab. Match your brand perfectly with custom themes and styling options.
How do I add the chatbot to my website?
How do I add the chatbot to my website?
Just copy and paste a single line of code into your website. We provide the embed code in your dashboard - it works with any website platform including WordPress, Shopify, and custom sites.
Can I train my chatbot with custom responses?
Can I train my chatbot with custom responses?
Absolutely! Use our Tuning feature to add custom Q&A pairs. You can also exclude certain pages from being crawled and add additional training content.
What languages does BubblaV support?
What languages does BubblaV support?
BubblaV supports over 50 languages automatically. Your chatbot will respond in the same language your visitors use, making it perfect for global businesses.
Does BubblaV work on mobile devices?
Does BubblaV work on mobile devices?
Yes! Our chatbots are fully responsive and work perfectly on all devices - desktop, tablet, and mobile. The interface adapts automatically for the best user experience.
Can I see conversation analytics?
Can I see conversation analytics?
Yes! Our dashboard provides detailed analytics including conversation volume, user satisfaction ratings, most asked questions, and performance metrics.
How do I measure ROI and chatbot performance?
How do I measure ROI and chatbot performance?
Our analytics dashboard shows conversation volume, customer satisfaction scores, most asked questions, conversion rates, and response accuracy. You'll see exactly how much time and money the chatbot saves your team.
What if the chatbot gives wrong answers?
What if the chatbot gives wrong answers?
Our AI achieves 95%+ accuracy by learning from your website content. If it gives a wrong answer, you can instantly correct it and the AI learns. Plus, you can always enable human handoff for complex questions.
How is BubblaV different from ChatGPT or other AI chatbots?
How is BubblaV different from ChatGPT or other AI chatbots?
Unlike generic AI, BubblaV learns specifically from YOUR website content and integrates with your business systems (Shopify, email, etc.). It's trained on your products, policies, and brand voice - not general internet knowledge.
How much does BubblaV really cost?
How much does BubblaV really cost?
We have transparent pricing: Free forever plan (100 messages/month), Starter $9/month or $7/month annually (1,000 messages), Pro $49/month or $39/month annually with 14-day free trial (5,000 messages), Turbo $99/month or $79/month annually (15,000 messages). Annual billing saves 20%. No hidden fees, no setup costs, cancel anytime.
What payment methods do you accept?
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express). Payment is processed securely through Polar.sh for direct subscriptions, or through your Shopify account if you installed via Shopify App Store.
Do you offer annual billing discounts?
Do you offer annual billing discounts?
Yes! Annual plans offer 20% savings: Starter $7/month annually (save $24/year), Pro $39/month annually (save $120/year), Turbo $79/month annually (save $240/year).
How do I manage my subscription?
How do I manage my subscription?
Direct subscribers can manage plans through the "Manage Subscription" button on the Subscription page, which opens the Polar billing portal. Shopify users manage billing through their Shopify admin.
Can I change or cancel my plan anytime?
Can I change or cancel my plan anytime?
Yes! You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your plan at any time from your dashboard. Changes take effect immediately and we'll prorate any charges.
What if I need to cancel or change plans?
What if I need to cancel or change plans?
You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel anytime with one click. No contracts, no cancellation fees. Changes take effect immediately and we'll prorate any charges to your account credit balance.
What is your payment policy?
What is your payment policy?
We offer flexible monthly billing with no long-term contracts. You can cancel or change your plan at any time from your dashboard. Start with our free plan to test all features before upgrading.
What happens if I need more messages than my plan includes?
What happens if I need more messages than my plan includes?
You can purchase addon message packs anytime: 1,000 messages for $5. They never expire! Or upgrade to a higher plan for better value on ongoing usage.
What happens if my website content changes?
What happens if my website content changes?
Your chatbot automatically stays up-to-date! We re-crawl your website regularly to ensure your chatbot always has the latest information.
Is my data secure?
Is my data secure?
Yes! We use enterprise-grade security with SSL encryption, SOC 2 compliance, and regular security audits. Your data is stored securely and never shared with third parties.
Is my customer data secure and compliant?
Is my customer data secure and compliant?
Yes! We're GDPR compliant, use enterprise-grade encryption, and never store sensitive customer information. Data is processed securely and you maintain full control over your customer interactions.
What is your uptime guarantee?
What is your uptime guarantee?
We guarantee 99.9% uptime with redundant infrastructure and 24/7 monitoring. Our global CDN ensures fast response times worldwide.
How does the Calendly integration work?
How does the Calendly integration work?
BubblaV integrates with Calendly using API key authentication. When customers want to schedule a meeting, the AI can show available event types and time slots from your Calendly account and help them book appointments directly in the chat. The integration also supports finding, canceling, and rescheduling existing appointments.
What Calendly features are supported?
What Calendly features are supported?
The integration supports booking appointments, finding scheduled events by email, canceling events, and rescheduling events. It works with all Calendly event types and shows available time slots in real-time. The AI can display all your event types and help customers choose the right meeting type.
What authentication method does Calendly use?
What authentication method does Calendly use?
The Calendly integration uses API key authentication. You provide your Calendly API key and user URI (found in your Calendly account settings) when connecting the integration. These credentials are stored securely and used to authenticate all API calls.
Can customers manage their existing Calendly appointments?
Can customers manage their existing Calendly appointments?
Yes! Customers can find their scheduled appointments by providing their email address. The AI will show all their upcoming meetings with options to cancel or reschedule directly from the chat interface.
Is my Calendly data secure?
Is my Calendly data secure?
Absolutely. We use Calendly's official API with secure API key authentication. All API calls are encrypted over HTTPS, and we never expose your API credentials. We comply with GDPR and other data protection standards.
What happens after a Calendly booking is made?
What happens after a Calendly booking is made?
Once a customer books through the chatbot, the appointment is automatically created in your Calendly account. Calendly's standard confirmation emails and reminders are sent as usual. The booking details are also stored in the conversation for reference.
How does the Shopify integration work?
How does the Shopify integration work?
Our Shopify integration connects to your store via OAuth 2.0 using the Shopify Admin API (GraphQL). Once connected through our Shopify App installation flow, the AI can access your product catalog, order information, and customer data to provide accurate, real-time support. Setup takes just a few minutes through our dashboard.
Can the AI handle Shopify order tracking and returns?
Can the AI handle Shopify order tracking and returns?
Yes! The AI can automatically track orders by order number or name, provide shipping updates, and help customers initiate return requests. It uses Shopify's Admin API to pull real-time order data, so customers always get accurate information without involving your support team.
What Shopify plans are supported?
What Shopify plans are supported?
BubblaV works with all Shopify plans. The integration uses Shopify's standard Admin API (GraphQL) which is available on all plans. The integration is installed as a Shopify App, which works across all plan tiers.
Is my Shopify store data secure?
Is my Shopify store data secure?
Absolutely. We use OAuth 2.0 authentication and only request the minimum permissions needed for order tracking, product search, and return management. All API calls are encrypted in transit. We never store sensitive payment information and comply with GDPR and other data protection regulations.
Can I customize the AI responses for my Shopify store?
Can I customize the AI responses for my Shopify store?
Yes! You can customize the AI's tone, product recommendations, return policies, and more through our dashboard. The AI learns from your store's content and can be fine-tuned to match your brand voice and policies.
Does Shopify integration work with Shopify apps and customizations?
Does Shopify integration work with Shopify apps and customizations?
Yes, BubblaV integrates seamlessly with your existing Shopify setup. The AI accesses data through Shopify's standard Admin API, which works with all Shopify stores regardless of installed apps or customizations.
How does the Zendesk integration work?
How does the Zendesk integration work?
BubblaV integrates with Zendesk using API token authentication (email + API token). The AI handles initial customer inquiries and can create tickets in Zendesk when escalation is needed. The integration can also search resolved Zendesk tickets to find answers from previous support cases. Webhooks sync agent replies from Zendesk back to BubblaV conversations. All conversation context is preserved in the ticket when created.
What authentication method does Zendesk use?
What authentication method does Zendesk use?
The Zendesk integration uses API token authentication with your Zendesk subdomain, email, and API token. These credentials are stored securely and used to authenticate all API calls to your Zendesk instance.
How do webhooks work with Zendesk?
How do webhooks work with Zendesk?
When you connect Zendesk, we generate a unique webhook token. You configure this webhook URL and Bearer token in your Zendesk admin settings. When agents add comments to tickets or tickets change status, Zendesk sends webhooks to BubblaV, which syncs the updates back to your live support conversations.
What Zendesk plans are supported?
What Zendesk plans are supported?
BubblaV works with all Zendesk plans. The integration uses Zendesk's standard REST API (v2), which is available on all plans. You need API access enabled in your Zendesk account settings.
Is my Zendesk data secure?
Is my Zendesk data secure?
Absolutely. We use API token authentication and store credentials securely. Webhooks are authenticated using Bearer tokens. All API calls are encrypted, and we never expose your credentials. We comply with GDPR, SOC 2, and other data protection standards.
Can I customize how Zendesk conversations are converted to tickets?
Can I customize how Zendesk conversations are converted to tickets?
Yes! When creating tickets, you can customize the subject, description, priority, and include customer email and name. The integration allows you to control ticket properties through the ticket creation tool configuration.
How does the HubSpot integration work?
How does the HubSpot integration work?
BubblaV integrates with HubSpot Service Hub using OAuth 2.0 through a project-based HubSpot app. When a customer escalates from AI chat to human support, BubblaV creates a Service Hub ticket, syncs or creates the contact record, and attaches the full conversation transcript as a timeline note. The integration can also trigger HubSpot workflows based on conversation tags or intents.
What HubSpot permissions are required?
What HubSpot permissions are required?
The HubSpot integration uses OAuth 2.0 and requires scopes for Service Hub tickets, contacts, and timeline events. The exact scopes are configured in our HubSpot project-based app. We only request the minimum permissions needed for ticket creation, contact management, and timeline logging.
Can I customize HubSpot ticket creation and workflow triggers?
Can I customize HubSpot ticket creation and workflow triggers?
Yes! You can configure pipeline ID, stage ID, and owner assignment for tickets. You can also set up workflow triggers that enroll contacts into HubSpot workflows when specific tags or intents appear in conversations. These settings are configurable through our dashboard.
Does HubSpot integration work with Sales Hub and Marketing Hub?
Does HubSpot integration work with Sales Hub and Marketing Hub?
While the primary integration focuses on Service Hub tickets, BubblaV syncs contact data and lifecycle stages that work across all HubSpot hubs. The contact sync and timeline events are visible across Sales, Marketing, and Service Hub.
Is my HubSpot data secure?
Is my HubSpot data secure?
Absolutely. We use HubSpot's official OAuth 2.0 authentication with automatic token refresh. All API calls are encrypted, and we never store your HubSpot credentials in plain text. We comply with GDPR, SOC 2, and other data protection standards.
How are HubSpot webhooks configured?
How are HubSpot webhooks configured?
Webhooks are configured through our HubSpot project-based app deployment. The app includes webhook subscriptions for conversation messages, ticket property changes, and contact privacy deletions. Webhooks use Bearer token authentication for security.
What APIs are available for custom integrations?
What APIs are available for custom integrations?
BubblaV allows you to create custom tools that extend the AI's capabilities by connecting to your internal systems, databases, CRMs, or any external API. Custom tools are configured through our dashboard and can be enabled per website. The AI can call these tools automatically based on conversation context.
Can I build custom tools and workflows?
Can I build custom tools and workflows?
Yes! You can create custom tools that extend the AI's capabilities. Custom tools can connect to your internal systems, databases, CRMs, or any API. The AI can call these tools automatically based on conversation context, enabling complex business logic and workflows. Tools are configured through our dashboard and can be enabled per website.
What authentication methods are supported for custom integrations?
What authentication methods are supported for custom integrations?
Custom integrations use API authentication through your website's configuration. The chat API supports origin validation for security. For custom tools, you can configure authentication credentials (API keys, OAuth tokens, etc.) that are stored securely and used when the tool is invoked.
How do custom tools work?
How do custom tools work?
Custom tools are defined with a name, description, and API endpoint. When the AI determines a tool should be called based on conversation context, it makes an HTTP request to your configured endpoint with the conversation data. Your endpoint processes the request and returns a response that the AI incorporates into its reply to the customer.
Can I get technical support for custom integrations?
Can I get technical support for custom integrations?
Yes! Pro and Turbo plans include technical support. We provide documentation and examples for building custom tools. For complex integrations, you may want to contact our support team for assistance with configuration and troubleshooting.
What security measures are in place for custom integrations?
What security measures are in place for custom integrations?
All API communications are encrypted using HTTPS/TLS. Custom tool credentials are stored securely in our database. The chat API includes origin validation to prevent unauthorized access. We comply with GDPR and other data protection standards. Custom tools should implement their own authentication and validation.
