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Setting Up Zendesk Support in Chat: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to set up Zendesk Support in Chat to manage chats and tickets from one place. Follow our step-by-step guide.

How do I set up Zendesk Support in Chat?

To set up Zendesk Support in Chat, you need to link your Zendesk Chat account with Zendesk Support. This allows you to manage chats and tickets from one place. Start by opening your Chat dashboard at subdomain.zendesk.com/chat. Click the Zendesk Product Tray icon at the top of the page, agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, and then click 'Try Support for Free'. Follow the onboarding instructions to complete the installation. Note that you must be an administrator or the account owner to complete these steps.


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