Create chat agent

This guide explains how to create and configure a chat agent in Retell. Chat agents allow you to implement conversational AI experiences through text-based interfaces.

Note: Retell does not provide native integration with SMS or chat applications at this moment. You can only interact with the chat agent via API.

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Creating a Chat Agent

You have two options:

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Create a New Chat Agent

1. Navigate to the Agents section in your Retell dashboard
2. Click “Create New Agent”
3. Select “Chat Agent” as the agent type
4. Configure your agent settings and prompts

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Convert an Existing Voice Agent

1. Open an existing voice agent
2. Click “Convert to Chat Agent”
3. Review the conversion warnings

Note: Chat agents do not support certain voice-specific functions like call transfers, DTMF (press digits), or telephony features. During conversion, such nodes or functions will be automatically removed.

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Next Steps

After creating your chat agent, you can:

• Create a chat session
• Generate responses with chat completion