Which platforms block custom chat widget code?
Several common website builders and profile platforms do not allow you to paste a third-party <script> tag or embed code. If your platform is in the left column of the table below, a standard chatbot embed will not work — but the hosted Knobot page solves it for every one of them.
| Platform | Custom code / scripts? | Hosted page fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Sites | Blocked — no custom JS | Link to knobot.org/c/your-slug from a button or image |
| Jimdo | No third-party embed widgets | Link or QR on your Jimdo page |
| Thumbtack profile | Profile only — no HTML | Add link to your profile bio or messaging |
| Angi (formerly Angie's List) | Profile only — no HTML | Add link to your pro profile |
| No website at all | Nothing to embed on | Share the link via Google Business, social, email, print QR |
| GoDaddy Website Builder | Sandboxed iframe only | Button link or iframe embed — see the GoDaddy guide |
The hosted Knobot page is a real URL hosted on Knobot's servers — not an embed that lives on your site. You drive traffic to it with a link or QR code. The chat assistant is identical to the widget version: same knowledge base, same lead capture, same conversation review in your dashboard.
How do you publish the hosted Knobot page from the dashboard?
Publishing takes under 5 minutes. You need a Knobot account with your knowledge base set up — if you have not done that yet, the onboarding wizard walks you through it in about 10 minutes.
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Go to Widget → Share page in the Knobot dashboard
Log in at knobot.org. In the left sidebar, click Widget, then choose the Share page tab. If you do not see this tab, make sure your account has completed onboarding — the Share page feature activates after your first knowledge scrape.
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Choose your public URL slug
Enter a short, memorable slug — for example, "smiths-plumbing" produces the URL knobot.org/c/smiths-plumbing. The slug must be lowercase, no spaces (use hyphens). Keep it close to your business name: customers may type it directly from a business card or invoice.
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Add your business details to the page
Fill in your logo, business name, and a short tagline. Below the chat interface, you can add contact info rows: phone number, email address, physical address, and up to three button links (for example, "Book online," "View our services," "Call now"). These details appear to every visitor above the chat.
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Toggle the page to Published and copy the link
Click the Published toggle. The full URL — https://knobot.org/c/your-slug — is now live. Copy it. Test it in a new browser tab to confirm your branding and chat are visible.
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Download the QR code
Click Download QR code. Knobot generates a PNG suitable for print. Use it on business cards, truck wraps, flyers, yard signs, or invoices. A customer scans the code with their phone camera and lands directly on the chat page — no typing required. This is especially useful for trades businesses where customers often see your van or yard sign before they see your website.
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Share the link on every channel where customers find you
Add the link to your Google Business Profile (website field), Facebook page bio or call-to-action button, email signature, Thumbtack profile, Angi listing, Nextdoor business page, and any other online presence. The hosted page is live 24/7 and captures leads even when you are on a job.
Where is the hosted page most effective?
The hosted page is not just a fallback for platforms that block embeds — it is a useful distribution channel in its own right. These are the placements where it works best for small service businesses.
| Placement | Format | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Google Business Profile | Website URL field | Customers searching on Google Maps can chat before calling |
| Email signature | Hyperlink or short URL | Every outbound email becomes a lead-capture opportunity |
| Invoice / receipt | QR code | Happy customers can ask follow-up questions or rebook |
| Business card | QR code + short URL | Replaces the "visit my website" CTA with a direct chat |
| Vehicle wrap / yard sign | Large QR code | Passersby scan while standing near your work |
| Facebook / Instagram bio | Link in bio | Social followers can ask questions without leaving the app |
| Thumbtack / Angi profile | Profile bio / messaging | Captures leads on platforms that block HTML |
How does the hosted page compare to a contact form?
A contact form captures a name and email, then leaves the visitor waiting for a reply. The hosted Knobot page gives visitors an immediate AI-powered answer to their question — hours, pricing, service area, what the job involves — and captures their contact details as part of the conversation. For a visitor considering multiple contractors, getting an answer now versus waiting 24 hours for a form reply is often the difference between booking and moving on.
For businesses with no website at all, the hosted page functions as a lightweight landing page: it shows your branding, your contact details, and a live chat, all in one URL that you can share anywhere.