Guide
How to build a lead generation chatbot
You do not need developers or complex flow builders to capture leads with AI. This guide shows you how to build one with Stronos Social Inbox AI in under an hour.
- 7 day free trial
- No credit card required
- $19/mo
What you get
Everything it handles for you
1. Pick your channels
Start with Instagram and Facebook DMs, then add texting or voice if phone leads matter.
2. Add your business info
Add services, pricing limits, hours, and policies so replies stay accurate.
3. Choose intake questions
Decide what to collect: name, email, phone, budget, timeline, or service type.
4. Turn on keyword funnels
Add LINK or BOOK triggers on busy posts to capture comment leads.
5. Test and publish
Send test DMs and comment keywords before you promote the campaign.
How it works
Go live in four simple steps
No code and no engineering team. If you can fill out a form, you can set up Stronos.
- 1
Create your account
Sign up in minutes and choose the channels you want Stronos to cover: social, SMS, voice, or all of the above.
- 2
Connect your channels
Link Instagram, Facebook, your business number, and website chat. Stronos routes each conversation to the right assistant.
- 3
Train your AI
Add your services, FAQs, policies, and brand voice. Stronos uses it as the source of truth for every reply.
- 4
Go live & review
Stronos handles routine conversations while you review leads, jump in when needed, and refine over time.
7 day free trial. No credit card required. Plans from $19/mo.
Pricing
Start with Social Inbox AI
Pick one product to start. Add the others whenever you are ready, all in one Stronos account.
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Social Inbox AI
AI replies for social inboxes, comments, and customer messages.
$19/mo
- Instagram + Facebook DMs
- Post & reel comment replies
- Unified social inbox
- On brand answers from your knowledge base
- 7 day free trial
- No credit card required to sign up
- You only need a credit card after 7 days or when you run out of free usage
- $10 usage credit included
Extra usage gets automatic volume discounts.
Add more anytime
Every product shares the same AI and knowledge base, so customers get the same answers everywhere.
Smart Texting + Missed Call Reply
Two way business SMS · Missed call text replies
From $29/mo
AI Voice Receptionist
24/7 inbound call answering · Natural voice with your brand tone
From $49/mo
Web Chat
Embeddable website text chat · On brand answers from your knowledge base
Free to start
FAQ
Questions, answered
Still curious? We are happy to help.
Do I need to code a lead generation chatbot?
No. Stronos is no code. You connect accounts, add your business info, and turn on channels from your dashboard.
How much does a lead gen chatbot cost?
Social Inbox AI costs $19/mo with a 7 day free trial. Smart Texting ($29/mo) and AI Voice Receptionist ($49/mo) have no free trial.
How long does it take to build a lead generation chatbot?
Most businesses can connect channels, add their info, and test a lead chatbot in under an hour.
What questions should a lead generation chatbot ask?
Keep it short: name, best contact method, what they need, and timeline or budget. Our DM lead intake script template is a good start.
Can one chatbot capture leads on Instagram, Facebook, and SMS?
Yes. Stronos uses one knowledge base for Instagram DMs, Messenger, and business texting. You can add voice for calls.
Build your lead gen chatbot
Create your account and follow this guide during your 7 day free trial.
- Social Inbox AI
- 7 day free trial
- No credit card required
- $19/mo