Chat Session

Definition

A distinct exchange between a visitor and an agent or bot within a chat channel.

How it works

A chat session keeps messages in one conversation; handovers should preserve context and appropriate data permissions. Web chat and related widgets shorten the path from a question to support or a callback. Service quality depends on agent availability and preserved conversation context.

Business example

A support platform groups messages about one issue into the same session history.

What to consider

Test mobile usability, response times, conversation privacy and escalation to a human when an automated workflow cannot help.

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