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Tidio

AI-powered customer support platform with live chat, ticketing, automation Flows, shared inbox and Lyro AI Agent.

Live Chat SoftwareResearch profile
Research-based score
4.6
Research-based score
Features and capabilities4.7

Tidio combines live chat, ticketing, shared inbox, rule-based Flows, Lyro AI Agent, multichannel messaging, analytics, routing and API-connected workflows. Advanced analytics, team controls, custom branding, higher AI quotas and managed AI capabilities are tier-dependent.

Usability and implementation4.7

G2 and Capterra strongly support quick setup and an intuitive agent experience, with Capterra reporting 4.7/5 ease of use. Current reviews still mention learning curve in complex Flows, navigation friction and higher complexity when scaling AI/handoff workflows.

Pricing and value transparency4.1

Tidio clearly publishes Free, Starter, Growth, Plus and Premium structures plus annual equivalents for Starter/Growth and a 7-day no-card trial. Total cost becomes harder to forecast because conversations, Lyro and Flows usage scale separately, Plus carries usage charges, and current terms permit automatic upgrades after overages.

Integrations, security and trust4.9

Tidio documents broad CRM, ecommerce, messaging and automation integrations plus API connectivity, SOC 2 Type II, annual external penetration tests, AES-256 at rest, TLS 1.2+, 2FA, GDPR/CCPA, EU data hosting, DPA/SCCs and Data Privacy Framework participation.

Quick facts

Vendor
Tidio
Pricing model
paid
Plan pricing
$24.17/mo billed annually
Free plan
Yes — check limits
Free trial
Yes — check eligibility
Last verified
9/28/2026

About Tidio

Tidio is an AI-powered customer support platform that combines live chat, ticketing, shared inbox, rule-based automation Flows and the Lyro AI Agent. It supports web, email and social messaging workflows, customer-service analytics, human handoff, ecommerce use cases and API-connected CRM or support processes.

Best for

Small and midsize ecommerce, service and support teams that want live chat, help desk workflows and AI automation in one customer-conversation platform.

Tidio pros and cons

Pros

  • A permanent Free plan is available and a 7-day no-card trial unlocks paid features for evaluation.
  • Tidio combines live chat, ticketing, Flows automation, shared inbox and Lyro AI in one customer-support platform.
  • Independent G2 and Capterra review sets strongly support quick setup and ease of use.
  • Tidio documents integrations with Shopify, WordPress, WhatsApp, Messenger, HubSpot, Salesforce, Zapier and many other tools.
  • Security documentation includes SOC 2 Type II, external penetration testing, 2FA, AES-256 at-rest encryption and EU data hosting.

Cons

  • −Pricing scales across billable human conversations, Lyro AI conversations and Flows visitors, which can make total cost harder to predict.
  • −Current terms allow automatic plan upgrades after usage exceeds the purchased subscription limits unless the customer opts out.
  • −Higher-level team controls, custom branding, OpenAPI access and premium support require Plus or Premium.
  • −Current G2 reviews repeatedly describe advanced features and scaling costs as expensive for smaller businesses.
  • −Complex automation Flows and AI handoff logic can require more setup effort than basic live chat.

Features

Live chat and ticketing
Free and paid plans · Conversation quotas and advanced support features depend on plan.
Advanced analytics
Growth and above · Starter includes basic analytics.
OpenAPI and custom integrations
Advanced/custom use cases · OpenAPI is explicitly listed on Plus; other integration capabilities vary by plan.
Flows
Free and paid plans · Visitors reached and advanced capabilities vary by plan.
Lyro AI Agent
Available across the Tidio ecosystem with plan/usage-specific quotas · Conversation quotas and advanced managed-AI features vary by plan.

Platforms

AndroidWebiOSDesktop

Integrations

Shopify Salesforce WhatsApp HubSpot Zapier

Pricing

Free
Free
USD 0.00/month with annual billing

Free forever with no credit card required. Current official FAQ lists up to 10 operators, 50 monthly conversations, 100 monthly Flows visitors, mobile/desktop apps and email support. New accounts also receive a 7-day trial of paid features.

Starter
USD 29.00/month
USD 24.17/month with annual billing

Current official monthly pricing starts at $29/month, or $24.17/month when billed annually. The current comparison includes 100 billable conversations, one-off Lyro AI conversations, 100 Flows visitors, ticketing, operating hours and basic analytics.

Growth
USD 59.00/month
USD 49.17/month with annual billing

Current official pricing starts at $59/month, or $49.17/month billed annually, from 250 billable conversations. Growth adds advanced analytics, permissions, automatic assignment/replies, live typing preview, page history and macros.

Plus
USD 300.00/month

Current official pricing starts at $300/month plus monthly usage. Plus adds premium support, a dedicated Success Manager, discounted usage rates, departments, multiproject management, custom branding, ticketing automations, OpenAPI and custom limits.

Premium
See pricing details

Custom pricing for high-volume AI/customer-support deployments. Current pricing lists larger Lyro quotas, guaranteed 50% Lyro AI resolution rate, pay-per-resolution billing, mobile SDK, AI insights/CSAT, custom analytics, advanced Copilot and managed AI services.

Official pricing / availability source · Checked 29 September 2026. Confirm current taxes, regional terms and allowances. A listed plan is not necessarily the cheapest option.

Editorial verification: 9/28/2026. Check the vendor's site for current pricing.

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Tidio — frequently asked questions

What is Tidio used for?
Tidio is used for website live chat, customer-service ticketing, shared inbox workflows, rule-based chatbot automation and AI-assisted customer support through Lyro.
Does Tidio have a free plan?
Yes. Tidio's current Free plan is free forever and includes basic live chat, up to 10 operators, 50 monthly conversations and 100 monthly Flows visitors.
How much does Tidio Starter cost?
Starter currently costs $29 per month on monthly billing or $24.17 per month when billed annually.
How much does Tidio Growth cost?
Growth currently starts at $59 per month on monthly billing or $49.17 per month when billed annually, with pricing tied to conversation volume.
Does Tidio offer a free trial?
Yes. Tidio offers a 7-day free trial of paid features without requiring a credit card, after which the account can fall back to the Free plan.
What integrations does Tidio support?
Current official documentation includes Shopify, WordPress, WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram, Zapier, Zendesk, HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho CRM, WooCommerce, Mailchimp and other integrations.
Is Tidio SOC 2 compliant?
Tidio states that it has completed a SOC 2 Type II examination and makes supporting documentation available through its Trust Center.
Can I cancel Tidio and get a refund?
You can cancel recurring billing and retain paid access through the end of the subscription period. Current terms say refunds are generally not required, though exceptional discretionary refunds may be considered.