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    Knowledge Base

    A centralized repository of information used to store and organize content for self-service support and AI training.

    What is a Knowledge Base?

    A knowledge base is a centralized collection of information that stores, organizes, and retrieves knowledge. In customer support, it serves as the foundation for self-service help and AI-powered assistance.

    Types of Knowledge Bases

    External — Customer-facing help centers and FAQ pages
    Internal — Employee wikis and documentation
    AI-powered — Content indexed for chatbot retrieval (like SiteSupport)

    Building an Effective Knowledge Base

    1.Organize by topic — Use clear categories and tags
    2.Write clearly — Use simple language and short paragraphs
    3.Keep updated — Regular content reviews and updates
    4.Include visuals — Screenshots, diagrams, and videos
    5.Measure usage — Track which articles are most helpful

    Knowledge Base + AI Chatbot

    With SiteSupport, your entire website becomes your knowledge base. The system:
    Crawls all your pages automatically
    Processes and indexes the content
    Uses it to answer visitor questions in real-time
    Updates when you re-crawl your site

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