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Getting Started

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What is ReputationRadar and how does it work?

ReputationRadar is an AI-powered reputation management platform that automatically monitors your business presence across 50+ review platforms, social networks, and mention sources. Advanced natural language processing understands customer sentiment, flags urgent issues, and drafts professional responses tailored to your brand voice. The result: customers using ReputationRadar gain 53 % more reviews and respond to critical feedback before it escalates. Everything runs in one easy-to-use dashboard — like a dedicated reputation team working around the clock. Explore all capabilities on our <a href="/en/features" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">features page</a>.

How do I sign up for ReputationRadar?

Signing up takes less than 2 minutes. Visit our <a href="/en" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">homepage</a>, click "Start Free Plan", and create an account with a business email address. No credit card is required for the free plan. Once your account is created, our onboarding wizard guides you through connecting your review sources — Google, Trustpilot, Facebook, and any industry-specific directories you rely on. Most customers are monitoring their reputation and seeing actionable insights within their first hour.

How long does it take to set up ReputationRadar?

Basic setup takes 5–15 minutes depending on how many locations and social accounts you have. You connect your business listings via OAuth or API key — no technical expertise required. For more advanced configuration, such as custom keywords, team permissions, or CRM integrations, plan for 30–60 minutes. Our setup wizard walks you through each step, and support is available if you get stuck. For background on best practices, visit our <a href="/en/online-reputation-management" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">online reputation management guide</a>.

What's included in the free tier?

The free tier includes comprehensive monitoring across all major platforms, access to your reputation dashboard, sentiment analysis on all reviews, up to 10 weekly alert emails, basic reporting, and up to 2 team members. You can manually draft and post responses. This is ideal for getting started and understanding your reputation landscape. The main limitations are no AI-powered response suggestions, no advanced analytics, and no API access. You can upgrade at any time — see all plans on the <a href="/en/pricing" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">pricing page</a>.

Which platforms does ReputationRadar monitor?

ReputationRadar monitors all major review and mention platforms including Google Reviews, Facebook, TripAdvisor, Yelp, Apple Maps, Trustpilot, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Reddit, and 40+ others depending on your industry. Our system automatically detects mentions of your business name, common variations, and custom keywords across the entire web. You can also add custom sources and set up competitor monitoring. If a customer is talking about your business online, ReputationRadar will find it.

Monitoring

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How often does ReputationRadar check for new reviews and mentions?

ReputationRadar offers real-time monitoring for most major platforms. New reviews on Google and Facebook are detected and processed within 5–15 minutes of publication. For higher-volume platforms, we check every 15 minutes; for less frequently updated sources, monitoring runs hourly. You can customise notification frequency in your settings — instant alerts for urgent issues, or daily and weekly digests to reduce notification fatigue. Critical reputation threats always trigger immediate alerts regardless of your notification preferences.

How does deduplication work in ReputationRadar?

Reviews sometimes appear across multiple platforms, and customers may mention your business more than once. Our AI automatically detects and groups duplicate or related mentions so you never double-respond to the same feedback. For example, if a customer posts the same review on both Google and Yelp, ReputationRadar recognises it as a single event and consolidates it in your dashboard. If the AI misses a case, you can also merge mentions manually.

Can ReputationRadar detect if a review has been edited or deleted?

Yes. ReputationRadar tracks every version of a review and alerts you to changes. When a customer edits their review, we record both the original and updated text so you can see exactly what changed. If a review is deleted, we flag the event and retain a complete record for compliance and historical analysis. The full edit history of any review is available in your dashboard at any time — even after the review has been removed from the source platform.

What does ReputationRadar's monitoring dashboard show?

Your dashboard displays your overall reputation score, sentiment breakdown (positive, neutral, negative), review sources and counts, trending topics and keywords from customer feedback, recent reviews with sentiment indicators, response tracking, and actionable alerts. Widgets are fully customisable, date ranges and locations filterable, and reports exportable for stakeholder reviews. The dashboard updates in real time and is fully mobile-optimised so you can check your reputation from anywhere.

AI Features

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How does ReputationRadar's sentiment analysis work?

ReputationRadar uses advanced natural language processing to understand the emotional tone and meaning behind customer feedback. Our models don't just scan for positive or negative keywords — they understand context, irony, and nuance. A statement like "I hate how expensive this is but I can't live without it" correctly registers as mixed sentiment rather than negative. We analyse the review text, your responses, engagement metrics, and customer interaction history to produce nuanced sentiment scores. 93 % of critical mentions are identified before they escalate into a reputation crisis.

How good are ReputationRadar's AI-generated response suggestions?

Our AI response suggestions are professional, empathetic, and personalised to your business. The system analyses the specific feedback, determines sentiment and the underlying issue, considers your brand voice, and generates a context-appropriate draft. Customers report that the suggestions save 70–80 % of the time normally spent writing responses, while improving consistency and quality. We always recommend a brief human review before posting so you can personalise further if needed. Learn more on our <a href='/en/features' class='text-blue-600 hover:underline'>features page</a>.

How does brand voice training work?

Brand voice training lets you teach ReputationRadar your unique communication style. Provide example responses you have written previously, specify tone preferences (formal or casual, detailed or concise), share brand guidelines, and highlight industry-specific terminology. Our AI learns from these examples and applies your brand voice to all generated suggestions — so drafts feel authentically yours rather than generic. The more examples you provide, the more accurately the AI matches your style. You can refine voice settings at any time as your brand evolves.

Does ReputationRadar support monitoring and responding in multiple languages?

Yes. ReputationRadar supports review monitoring and sentiment analysis across 50+ languages, including English, German, French, Spanish, Turkish, Polish, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, and Russian. Our AI automatically detects the language of each review and analyses sentiment accurately regardless of language. Response suggestions can be generated in your chosen language. Translation features help your team understand feedback written in languages outside their expertise — making ReputationRadar ideal for businesses with international presence or diverse customer bases.

Which AI providers does ReputationRadar use?

ReputationRadar integrates leading AI providers including OpenAI (GPT-4o), Anthropic (Claude), and Google (Gemini). Different models are used for different tasks — some excel at sentiment analysis, others at generating natural responses, others at trend analysis. You can choose your preferred provider in your settings. This multi-vendor approach ensures you always have the best tool for each job and protects you from single-provider dependency. Enterprise customers can configure custom model deployments or run models on their own infrastructure.

Billing

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What exactly is included in the free plan?

Our free plan is genuinely free — no credit card required. It includes 14 days of full platform access with up to 5 business locations, comprehensive review monitoring across all major platforms, sentiment analysis, manual response posting, basic reporting, 2 team members, and 10 daily alerts via email. You can see all your reviews and mentions. The main limitations are no AI response suggestions, no advanced analytics, no API access, and no custom integrations. After 14 days, your account converts to our free plan, which retains all monitoring features but removes AI-powered suggestions. No auto-billing occurs unless you choose to upgrade.

How do I upgrade my plan or change my subscription?

Upgrading is self-service and takes effect immediately. In your account settings, you will see your current plan and available upgrades. Click "Upgrade", select a new plan and billing cycle, and billing prorates to your renewal date. Downgrades take effect at the start of your next billing cycle to avoid service interruptions. All plans are listed on the <a href="/en/pricing" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">pricing page</a>. If you would like to trial a higher plan before committing, contact our sales team — we can arrange a free extension.

What payment methods does ReputationRadar accept?

We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), bank transfers (ACH in the US and SEPA in Europe), and wire transfers for large annual subscriptions. Enterprise customers can arrange invoiced billing and custom payment terms. All payments are processed securely through Stripe with full PCI compliance. Your billing information is encrypted and never stored on our servers after processing. You can update your payment method at any time from billing settings, and you will receive an email reminder before each renewal.

Is there a discount for annual billing?

Yes. Choosing annual billing saves you 20 % compared to monthly pricing. The annual fee is charged upfront and renews automatically each year. If you downgrade during the year, you receive a pro-rata credit — no penalties for changing plans. monthly plans also include priority support and early access to new features. For longer-term commitments, speak to our sales team — they can often arrange additional incentives. Details are on the <a href="/en/pricing" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">pricing page</a>.

What's your refund policy?

We offer a full refund within 30 days of purchase if ReputationRadar is not the right fit. No questions asked. This applies to both monthly and annual subscriptions. After 30 days, you can cancel at any time and your subscription ends at the next renewal. For annual subscriptions cancelled after 30 days, we issue a pro-rata refund for unused time. If you are experiencing issues, we strongly encourage you to contact support before requesting a refund — the vast majority of concerns are resolved quickly.

Security & Compliance

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How is customer data encrypted in ReputationRadar?

All data is encrypted in transit using TLS 1.3 and at rest using AES-256 encryption. API communications, dashboard access, and data transfers between our systems are fully encrypted. Customer review data, API credentials, and personally identifiable information are encrypted separately. Encryption keys are managed securely and rotated regularly. Database-level encryption adds a further layer of protection. Our staff cannot access customer data without explicit authorisation and full audit logging.

Is ReputationRadar GDPR compliant?

Yes. ReputationRadar is fully GDPR compliant. We process personal data only with customer consent, respect all data subject rights (access, deletion, correction, portability), and maintain detailed data processing agreements. You can request a copy of your data at any time, and we will provide it within 30 days in a standard format. We support right-to-deletion requests and will purge data as requested. EU customer data is stored by default in EU data centres (Frankfurt) for GDPR compliance. We conduct regular GDPR audits and follow DPO-approved practices.

How does ReputationRadar securely store API credentials and login information?

Credentials are encrypted at rest and in transit, stored separately from operational data, and never logged or accessible by staff. When you connect review platforms such as Google or Yelp, we use OAuth wherever possible — we never handle your password. For platforms requiring API keys, they are encrypted with customer-specific keys and stored in a dedicated vault. Credentials are refreshed automatically and rotated periodically. If a credential is compromised, you can revoke it instantly from your settings. We also monitor for unauthorised access attempts and alert you to suspicious activity.

Where is my data physically stored?

By default, EU customers — including all German customers — have their data stored in EU data centres in Frankfurt (EU-Central-1). US customers use US-East-1 (Virginia). All data centres hold Type II certification. You can specify your preferred region during onboarding. Enterprise customers can opt for private database instances or self-hosted deployment for complete data control. Backups are always stored in the same region as primary data to ensure data-residency compliance.

Does ReputationRadar have compliance?

Yes. ReputationRadar is Type II certified. Our systems, security practices, and data-handling procedures have been independently audited and verified against the highest industry standards for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. We maintain continuous compliance and undergo regular audits. You can request a copy of our audit report for your own compliance documentation. The audit covers infrastructure, API security, access controls, encryption, and incident response procedures.

API & Integrations

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Who has access to ReputationRadar's API?

The API is available from the Starter tier upwards. Free tier accounts do not have API access. API access includes authenticated REST endpoints for reading reviews, sentiment data, and analytics; posting and managing responses; configuring monitoring; and triggering custom actions. You can generate API keys from your settings and manage permissions at a granular level. API access also includes webhooks for real-time notifications about new reviews and mentions. Full API documentation with code examples for popular languages is available in our developer portal, along with a sandbox environment for testing.

What are the API rate limits?

Starter tier: 100 API calls per minute. Professional tier: 500 calls per minute. Business tier: 2,000 calls per minute. Enterprise tier: custom limits negotiated to your requirements. Authenticated requests include your current rate-limit status in response headers so you can track usage. Exceeding your limit returns 429 responses; retry using exponential backoff. For sustained high-volume needs, contact our sales team about a custom tier. Webhook events do not count against API rate limits.

What SDKs and libraries does ReputationRadar provide?

We provide official SDKs for JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js and browser), Python, Go, and Java. Community-supported SDKs exist for Ruby, PHP, and C#. All official SDKs are open source and hosted on GitHub. They handle authentication, rate limiting, retries, and error handling automatically. An OpenAPI specification is available if you prefer to generate your own client library. For any language, direct HTTP calls to our REST API are straightforward and well-documented.

How do webhooks work in ReputationRadar?

Webhooks allow ReputationRadar to send real-time HTTP POST notifications to your application when specific events occur — new reviews, posted responses, sentiment changes, and more. Register your webhook URL in settings, specify which events you want to receive, and we handle delivery. Each webhook includes a cryptographic signature so you can verify the request came from ReputationRadar. Webhooks are retried with exponential backoff if your endpoint is temporarily unavailable. You can test webhooks in sandbox mode before deploying to production.

Is there a sandbox or testing environment?

Yes. A sandbox environment is available for all API tiers. It mirrors production but uses test data, requires no real credentials, and has no rate limits. You can freely explore endpoints, test integrations, and build workflows without affecting production data. Sandbox data is reset weekly — do not rely on persistent test data. All endpoints and SDKs behave identically in sandbox and production. API updates are deployed to sandbox first so you can test before they reach production.

For Agencies

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What white-label features does ReputationRadar offer for agencies?

ReputationRadar offers comprehensive white-label options for agencies serving multiple clients. Your agency branding — logo, colours, custom domain — replaces ReputationRadar branding across dashboards, email templates, and reports. Multi-tenant architecture lets you manage hundreds or thousands of client accounts from a single console. Clients never see ReputationRadar branding anywhere, giving your agency complete ownership of the client experience. White-label is available from Professional tier upwards, with agency-specific pricing tiers offering significant discounts based on client volume. See details on the <a href="/en/pricing" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">pricing page</a>.

How do sub-accounts work for agencies?

Sub-accounts let you create and manage separate accounts for each of your clients, all from your central agency console. Depending on your plan, you can create up to 100 sub-accounts, delegate management to team members, set per-sub-account permissions, and manage billing centrally. Clients can access their own dashboards directly if you choose, or you can manage everything through your agency portal. Sub-account data is completely isolated — no client ever sees another client's data. Consolidated reporting gives you agency-wide metrics at a glance.

How can agencies manage client relationships and team permissions?

ReputationRadar includes agency-specific team and permission management. Assign team members to specific clients or client groups. Permissions are granular: some members may only post responses, others manage alerts and reporting, others have full account access. Audit logs record who did what and when — essential for compliance and client accountability. Role-based access control (RBAC) ensures team members see only what they need for their role.

Is there bulk pricing for agencies managing multiple clients?

Yes. From 10 client accounts, we offer tiered discounts starting at 20 % and scaling to 40 % off standard pricing depending on volume. For 100+ accounts, contact our enterprise sales team for custom volume pricing. Billing consolidates all sub-accounts into a single invoice with a detailed per-client breakdown. Annual prepayment provides additional savings. Agency pricing details are on the <a href="/en/pricing" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">pricing page</a>.

Can I rebrand and resell ReputationRadar to my own clients?

Yes. This is our standard agency model. White-label the entire platform, add your branding, and resell under your own name. You manage client relationships, support, and billing; we handle the technology. You set your own prices and keep the margin. Clients are never aware they are using ReputationRadar under the hood. We provide comprehensive documentation, training, and back-end support for technical escalations. Reach us via the <a href="/en/contact" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">contact page</a> to get started.

Troubleshooting

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Why might some reviews be missing from ReputationRadar?

Occasionally, reviews do not appear immediately. First confirm the review is actually published on the source platform — portals sometimes hold reviews pending moderation. New reviews typically appear in ReputationRadar within 5–30 minutes. Check that you have connected the correct platform account; some businesses have multiple locations or accounts. Verify that the business name and location match exactly in our system. If a review is still missing after one hour, check your platform connections in settings — credentials may have expired. Contact our support team with the review URL and we will investigate directly.

Why is there a delay in monitoring new reviews?

Most reviews appear within 5–30 minutes, but delays can occur for several reasons. Platform delays are common — Google, Yelp, and other portals sometimes take hours to publish reviews. Our monitoring cadence for less common platforms is hourly rather than real-time. Platform API outages or connectivity issues can also delay detection. If a review has not appeared after 24 hours and you have confirmed it is published, contact support. We can manually trigger a re-sync of specific platforms in most cases.

What should I do if a response won't post or fails to send?

Response posting failures usually result from connectivity issues, expired platform authentication, or rate limiting. Check your internet connection and try again. Verify your credentials for the relevant platform — some platforms revoke access periodically and require reconnection. Check that the review is still visible on the platform; deleted reviews cannot receive responses. Confirm the response text meets the platform's requirements (character limits, formatting restrictions). If the problem persists, check our status page for platform outages, then contact support with a screenshot of the error message.

How do I recover a forgotten password or reset my account access?

On the login page, click "Forgot Password?" and enter your email address. A reset link will be sent to your inbox — check your spam folder if it does not arrive within a few minutes. The link expires after 24 hours for security. If you no longer have access to the email address on your account, contact support with your business email address and we will help verify your identity before resetting access. Most password issues are resolved within a few minutes.

What should I do if I am experiencing slow dashboard performance?

Dashboard speed depends on your browser, connection, and data volume. Try clearing your browser cache and cookies, then reloading the page. Close other bandwidth-heavy tabs. Use a modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. Disable browser extensions that may interfere with page loading. Reduce the date range in your dashboard to load fewer reviews. If performance is consistently slow across different browsers and connections, this may indicate a server-side issue — contact support with a screenshot of page-load times and we will investigate.

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