Hiver transforms Gmail into an AI-powered, multi-channel customer service platform for collaborative shared inbox management and streamlined team workflows.
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Hiver is a customer service platform tool developed by Hiver that enables support representatives, sales coordinators, and operations staff to manage customer communications and team collaboration directly within Gmail and Outlook. It centralizes customer communications from various channels, allowing teams to manage emails, assign tasks, leave internal notes, and automate workflows without switching platforms.
features
Hiver provides a suite of features designed to enhance customer service and team collaboration within familiar email environments. Its core functionality revolves around transforming standard inboxes into collaborative workspaces, augmented by AI capabilities and omnichannel support.
use cases
Hiver is primarily designed for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and B2B teams that heavily rely on Google Workspace and seek to streamline their customer service and internal communication processes without adopting complex, standalone helpdesk systems. Its integration with Gmail makes it particularly suitable for teams already embedded in the Google ecosystem.
how to use
Hiver integrates directly into your Gmail or Outlook interface, allowing users to manage shared inboxes and customer interactions from their existing email client. Setup typically involves installing a browser extension and configuring shared mailboxes.
pricing
Hiver offers a tiered pricing structure, including a Free plan and several paid options, with discounts available for annual billing. All paid plans include AI capabilities from the Growth tier upwards.
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Hiver is positioned as a Gmail-native, AI-powered customer service solution, differentiating itself from more complex, traditional help desk systems. Its primary strength lies in its deep integration with Google Workspace, offering a familiar environment for teams.
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