Getting Started
Learn the fundamentals of RepForce.ai — the building blocks of your AI phone assistants and how usage-based billing works.
Core Concepts
1) System Prompt & Initial Message
System Prompt: This is the “brain” of your assistant — the rules and behavior it must follow, including disclaimers and edge cases. Example: “You are a helpful phone assistant for a toy company. Greet warmly, verify the caller’s info, and follow compliance rules.”
Initial Message: (Optional) The first thing the AI says, typically short. Example: “Hi, this is the Acme assistant — how can I help today?”
2) Voices
RepForce.ai supports natural-sounding voices via ElevenLabs and Vogent. You can clone a voice by providing audio samples (~1 minute recommended). Voices can be tuned for speed, filler usage, and accent.
3) Putting it Together
An AI assistant combines a System Prompt, an optional Initial Message, and a chosen Voice. You can add tools (e.g., transfer or end call). Assign the assistant to an inbound number or to an outbound campaign to go live.
Understanding Call Minutes & Billing
Usage Model
RepForce.ai operates on usage. You primarily pay for minutes your assistants spend on calls and for phone number rentals.
- Included Minutes: Plans may include a monthly minute allotment; these are consumed first.
- Pay-As-You-Go: If you exceed the included minutes (or choose a usage-only plan), additional minutes are billed as you use them.
How Minutes Are Calculated
- Per-second billing: Calls are billed by the second and converted to minutes (e.g., 90 seconds = 1.5 minutes). No rounding.
- Monthly reset: If your plan includes minutes, they reset on your billing date.
- Add-ons: Buy extra minute bundles ahead of expected volume spikes.
Phone Numbers & Surcharges
- Number rentals: Dedicated inbound/outbound numbers are billed per month by region (commonly around ~$4).
- Carrier taxes/surcharges: Some regions/carriers add taxes or fees, especially for international calling.
Monitoring Usage
Your dashboard shows current usage, minutes remaining, and estimated cost. Set alerts with the Automate Platform:
