Global Clinic ConnectGuides
Guide 08

Connect communication channels

Set up live chat, WhatsApp, and social channels, then give your team clear habits for monitoring them.

ForOwners and administratorsTime12 minutes
By the end, you canChoose the right channelsComplete setup in the correct orderMonitor connection health
01

Choose channels intentionally

Connect only channels your team is ready to own.

1

Open Channels

Review available communication channels and their current connection status.

Open Channels
2

Confirm ownership

Use organization-owned provider accounts and approved administrators for setup.

3

Plan coverage

Decide who monitors each channel, how quickly the team should respond, and how work is handed over.

02

Complete provider setup

Each channel shows the steps and information it needs.

1

Follow the guided setup

Complete prerequisites, sign in to the provider when asked, and return to confirm connected accounts or numbers.

2

Review policy and consent

Choose settings that match the clinic’s approved communication and privacy practices. Open each option to read what it changes before selecting it.

3

Send a safe test

Use a test account or recipient and verify that the message appears in the correct conversation.

03

Keep channels healthy

Connection and policy status can change after setup.

1

Review health

Check number, account, permission, and webhook status when messages stop arriving or publishing fails.

2

Use approved templates

Where a channel requires templates or approval, choose the exact supported language variant and wait for the approved status before using it.

3

Watch usage

Review usage and limits so the team is not surprised by a blocked action.

Self-help

Common questions

Why is a connected channel not working?

Check connection health, permissions, provider account status, policy, and any recipient or reply-window message shown in the application.

Can every social network do the same things?

No. Setup and publishing options vary by network. Follow the guide shown for the selected network.

Who should manage channel credentials?

An owner or administrator using the clinic’s approved provider account and credential-handling process.

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