Getting Started
Set up your AI receptionist in 5 minutes with this step-by-step guide.
Getting started with Asisto is quick and easy. Follow these steps to have your AI receptionist answering calls in no time.
Step 1: Create Your Account#
- Visit asisto.com and click Get Started
- Sign up with your email or Google/Microsoft account
- Verify your email address
Step 2: Business Profile#
Tell us about your business so your AI receptionist can represent you properly:
- Business Name — How callers should know your business
- Business Category — Select your industry (dental, legal, automotive, etc.)
- AI Voice — Choose from natural-sounding voice options
- Greeting Style — Professional, friendly, or casual tone
- Language — Primary language for your receptionist
Step 3: Add Your Locations#
Set up each of your business locations:
- Address — Full street address for directions
- Time Zone — Ensures accurate appointment scheduling
- Business Hours — When you're open each day of the week
- Fallback Phone — Where urgent calls should be transferred
You can add multiple locations if you have more than one office.
Step 4: Configure Services#
List the services you offer:
- Service Name — What you call this service
- Duration — How long appointments typically last
- Price — Optional pricing information
- Intake Questions — Questions the AI should ask callers when booking this service
Example intake questions:
- "Is this your first visit with us?"
- "Do you have insurance?"
- "What's the nature of your visit?"
Step 5: Add Your Team#
Add staff members who can be assigned to appointments:
- Name — Staff member's name
- Role — Their position or specialty
- Services — Which services they can perform
- Locations — Which locations they work at
Staff calendars sync with Google Calendar, Outlook, or Apple Calendar to prevent double-bookings.
Step 6: Get Your Phone Number#
We'll provision a phone number for your AI receptionist. You can:
- Get a new local number in your area
- Port an existing number to Asisto
- Forward your current number to your Asisto number
Step 7: Choose Your Plan#
Select the plan that fits your needs:
Pay Per Appointment (Free to Start)#
- $7.99 per booked appointment
- Unlimited call minutes
- Perfect for trying out Asisto
Unlimited ($279/month)#
- Unlimited appointments
- Unlimited call minutes
- Priority support
Enterprise (Custom)#
- For franchises and large organizations
- Dedicated account manager
- Custom AI training
You're All Set!#
Once setup is complete, your AI receptionist will start answering calls immediately. You can:
- Monitor calls from your dashboard
- Review transcripts and summaries
- Adjust settings anytime
Need help? Contact our support team — we're here to help you succeed.
Ready to get started?
Try our AI receptionist free and see the difference it makes for your business.