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Test your agent (chat, browser, phone)

The three ways to test an agent before it goes live, and when to use each.

1. Test chat: for the instructions

The quickest way to check the conversation logic, without the voice.

  1. Open the agent and click "Test assistant" (speech bubble icon).
  2. Type as a customer would: the agent replies using the same instructions and tools as on the phone.
  3. Check that it understands requests, collects the right details and uses its tools.

Tip

Every test session is saved in "Inbox" with a "Test" badge, so you can read the exchange back.

2. Browser call: for the voice

Call transfer does not work in this mode.

  1. Click "Speak with your assistant" and allow microphone access.
  2. Talk to the agent: check the voice, the pace and how it handles interruptions.

3. A real phone call: the final check

  • Outbound agent: click "Speak to your assistant", choose a phone call and enter your number: the agent rings you straight away.
  • Inbound agent: simply call the number assigned to the agent.
  • This is the only test that checks every tool, including call transfer.

Good to know

  • Voice tests use minutes just like real calls; the test chat uses a little credit.
  • Save the agent’s number in your contacts so you can call it again easily.

Need help? In your account, the help assistant (bubble at the bottom right) answers in your language. You can also email contact@permanenceia.com.

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