Objections we hear from SMBs — direct answers, no brochure fluff.
What do Meta WhatsApp messages cost?+
By default: typically zero for you. The bot only replies when the customer writes (customer-initiated conversation). We don’t send cold messages or outbound campaigns. Meta fees apply only if you later enable reminders/marketing outside the customer-care window — and those stay off by default.
Does the bot send messages on its own (reminders, promos, reviews)?+
No, not by default. Centralino replies when they write to you. No-show reminders and review requests are optional, enabled later, and only where it makes sense (usually inside the 24h customer-care window). So “Meta costs ≈ 0” stays true until you choose otherwise.
Do I need to change my WhatsApp number?+
No. We use the Business number you already have (or open a new one if you prefer). Customers keep writing where they know you; only who answers when you’re busy changes.
How does activation work? Do you do everything?+
Yes — white-glove. After payment you send us details (hours, services, tone, WhatsApp number…). We do the technical setup: Essenziale = WhatsApp + website chat; Completo = also Instagram DM + Google Calendar. You never touch tokens, webhooks or Meta panels. Then 2–3 test messages and go-live.
Is it WhatsApp-only or also Instagram and website?+
It’s multi-channel. Essenziale: WhatsApp + website chat. Completo: WhatsApp + Instagram DM + website chat + Google Calendar — same inbox, same brain. Not a WhatsApp-only bot: where customers write, Centralino answers.
How long to go live?+
Often 1–3 business days once we have complete data. Then three test messages together and go-live.
Does it work if I already use TheFork / Booksy / a PMS?+
Yes. Centralino handles the message and booking; the calendar stays the source of slots. If you use TheFork, Booksy or another system, we account for it in onboarding: avoid double bookings where we can, with clear rules on what the AI confirms.
Do I need to know how to use AI?+
No. You send hours, services and tone; we set everything up. Then Centralino answers on its own when they write. You check inbox or calendar when you want — no day-to-day “prompting”.
Can I pause it or take over messages myself?+
Yes. You can pause automation, intervene on a specific chat, or take over the conversation. Not a black box: you stay in control of the channel.
Is there a minimum term?+
No. The fee is monthly: stay as long as you need and cancel anytime. Service stays active until the end of the period already paid. Setup is one-time, with a 14-day activation guarantee.
Which plan includes Instagram DM?+
Essenziale: WhatsApp and website chat. Instagram DM, Calendar sync and unified inbox are on Completo. If DMs are already a hot channel, start there.
Invoice / VAT?+
Yes. Kelovix issues Italian electronic invoices. At checkout or activation you provide company name and VAT ID.
What happens after payment?+
Immediate confirmation + data request (short checklist). You send hours, services, WhatsApp number (and IG/Calendar on Completo). We configure everything, run tests with you and go live — usually in 1–3 business days.