image for site

Change Bot Name in Zendesk Messaging Widget

Learn how to change your bot's name in the Zendesk messaging widget through the Admin Center with these simple steps.

How can I change the name of my bot in the Zendesk messaging widget?

You can easily change the name of your bot in the Zendesk messaging widget through the Admin Center.

To update your bot's name, navigate toChannels > Bots and automation > Bots > Conversation botsin the Admin Center. Hover over the bot you wish to update and clickEdit. In theSettingstab, enter your desired bot name underName. This will update the bot's name as it appears in the messaging widget.

For more detailed information, you can refer to theoriginal article.


More related questions

Is it possible to change the avatar of the Answer Bot in Zendesk?

Currently, changing the avatar of the Answer Bot in Zendesk is not possible through the settings page. While there are plans to address this feature in the future, as of now, you cannot change the bot's avatar directly through the Zendesk…

Can I use code to update the bot's avatar and name in Zendesk?

Yes, you can use a code snippet to update the bot's avatar and name, but it only works with the Web Widget (Classic). To achieve this, place the provided JavaScript code above the widget code snippet. This code allows you to update the avatar, bot…

What are the limitations of the Zendesk Messaging Widget API?

The Zendesk Messaging Widget has limited API methods compared to the Web Widget (Classic). This means that certain customizations, such as changing the bot's avatar, are not currently possible with the Messaging Widget. For more detailed…

How can I stay updated on new Zendesk features?

To stay updated on new Zendesk features, you can follow their Release Notes and 'What's New' page. These resources provide the latest information on product updates and new features, including any changes to bot customization options. Keeping an…

Interested indeflectingover 70% of your Zendesk support tickets?

Our AI customer support agent is here to help. Trained on all your help docs, installed directly into your Zendesk account, it can be used to automate customer replies for tickets or live chat. Learn more below.
Zendesk logo

Zendesk Support Tickets

Receive new tickets by email or a support form? This integration is for you.
My AskAI integrated within Zendesk to deflect support tickets
Learn about our Zendesk ticket integration
Zendesk logo

Zendesk Messaging (live chat)

Using Zendesk's Messaging widget on your site for live chat? This integration is for you.
My AskAI integrated within Zendesk to deflect customer support live chat conversations
Learn about our Zendesk Messaging integration

Join1,000+ companies reducing their support costs and freeing up support agents for more important work

Vestd company logo — Customer of My AskAI's AI customer support agents
Genesis company logo — Customer of My AskAI's AI customer support agents
Zinc company logo — Customer of My AskAI's AI customer support agents
Customer.io company logo — Customer of My AskAI's AI customer support agents
Zeffy company logo — Customer of My AskAI's AI customer support agents
NHS company logo — Customer of My AskAI's AI customer support agents
Kontakt.io company logo — Customer of My AskAI's AI customer support agents

Reduce support costs.Spend more time on customer success.

Our AI customer support agents are already used by 👇
Companies using AI assistants on their websites