Getting Started with Vardast

Welcome to Vardast! Follow these steps to get your AI-powered assistant and automation workflows set up and running across your platforms.

Step 1 — What Is Vardast?

Vardast is your AI co-worker that automates support, sales, and communication on social platforms like Instagram, Website, Telegram, and more.

It consists of:

• AI Assistant: Handles natural conversations.
• Automation: Uses pre-set messages and triggers to guide users.

Step 2 — Select Platforms

Before setting up, choose where you want Vardast to work.

1. Go to the Platform → Channels.
2. Choose the platforms (e.g., Instagram, Telegram, Chat Widget).

• Tip: If you want to connect Vardast to a platform that isn’t listed, you can easily do so by using the Vardast API for custom integrations.

1. Connect your accounts.

Step 3 — Create Your Assistant

Now, let’s build your assistant:

1. Go to Dashboard → Assistants → Create New Assistant.
2. Choose the connected account.
3. Complete the setup process and configure the assistant’s instructions and business data.

Explore more: Creating and Managing Assistants

Step 4 — Train Your Assistant

Once you’ve created your assistant, the next step is to test its responses and ensure it’s set up correctly.

1. Test how the assistant responds to common queries and interactions.
2. If any responses need improvement, click Improve Answers. You can edit or add instructions on how the assistant should behave or handle certain situations.
3. To enhance accuracy, add relevant information about your business. Include answers to frequently asked questions and any essential details to ensure Vardast is well-informed.

In the Assistant Settings, you can:

• Add key business details, FAQs, or instructions.
• Add product or service information.
• Define customer interaction guidelines to maintain consistency in conversations.

1. By adding this information, you ensure Vardast is fully equipped to assist your customers effectively.

Explore more: Training Your Assistant

Step 5 — Setting Up Triggers and Automation Flows

For automation, you can set up specific triggers like:

1. DM Keywords: Respond to messages based on keywords.
2. Story Interactions: Respond when a user replies to your story.
3. Post Comments: Automatically reply to comments with custom messages.

You can then define what Vardast does:

• Text Messages: Send personalized or pre-defined text responses to your users.
• Media Files: Share images, audio, or videos to engage your users.
• Action Buttons: Provide clickable options for users to guide their own journey.
• Product Vitrine: Showcase your products with clear visuals, descriptions, and pricing.
• Smart Delays: Set natural pauses between messages to mimic real human interaction.
• Follower Verification: Ensure that the user follows your account before proceeding with the automation flow.

Explore more: Setting Up Triggers & Automation Flows

Step 6 — Manage Contacts

To view or manage interactions with users:

1. Go to the Messages section.
2. Choose a user and view their interaction history.
3. Here you can clear cache or pause Vardast’s interaction for that user if necessary.

Step 7 — Review Reports

All collected data, such as leads, orders, and receipts, can be easily accessed and managed from the Reports section. Here’s a quick overview of each type of data you can review:

Leads, Orders & Receipts

Track potential customers, their requests, purchases, and payments all in one place. Manage follow-ups, export lists, and send receipts easily.

Explore more: Managing Leads, Orders & Receipts in Vardast

Real-Time Lead Notifications via Telegram

Get instant notifications of new leads in your Telegram group for timely follow-ups.

Guide to get Real-Time Notifications via Telegram