Switch from Respond.io to SkedX Flow
Flat per-user pricing, GPT-4o AI chatbot, and native CRM integration. Most teams complete the migration in 1-2 days.
Step-by-Step Migration Guide
Follow these six steps to move from Respond.io to SkedX Flow. Each step includes estimated time so you can plan your migration window.
Export Contacts from Respond.io
schedule15 minutesGo to Respond.io Settings > Contacts > Export. Download your full contact list as a CSV file. This includes names, phone numbers, email addresses, tags, and custom fields.
Export Conversation History
schedule15 minutesNavigate to Respond.io Settings > Data Export and request a conversation history export. Save this as a CSV for your records. Note: conversation threads cannot be imported into SkedX Flow due to WhatsApp API limitations, but the export serves as your archive.
Set Up Your SkedX Flow Account
schedule30 minutesCreate a SkedX Flow account, set up your team workspace, configure team members and permissions, and connect your preferred channels (web chat, Instagram, SMS).
Configure WhatsApp Number Transfer
schedule24-48 hoursInitiate WhatsApp Business number migration from Respond.io BSP to SkedX Flow. Disable the number on Respond.io first, then register it in SkedX Flow. Our team handles the BSP transfer process. This step takes 24-48 hours for WhatsApp to process.
Import Contacts into SkedX Flow
schedule15 minutesUpload your CSV export to SkedX Flow using our bulk import tool. Map Respond.io fields to SkedX Flow fields (name, phone, email, tags, custom fields). The importer handles duplicate detection automatically.
Test and Go Live
schedule1-2 hoursSend test messages through each connected channel, verify contact data imported correctly, set up your automation flows in SkedX Flow visual builder, and confirm your team can access the shared inbox.
What Transfers and What Does Not
We are transparent about what migrates and what needs to be rebuilt. No surprises after you commit to the switch.
What Transfers
What Does Not Transfer
WhatsApp Business API does not allow message history transfer between BSPs. Export as CSV for your records.
Each platform uses a different flow builder format. Recreate your automations in SkedX Flow visual builder with AI nodes.
Historical analytics stay in Respond.io. SkedX Flow starts collecting analytics from day one of your migration.
Respond.io vs SkedX Flow
A quick side-by-side comparison of the features that matter most when choosing a messaging platform.
| Feature | SkedX Flow | Respond.io |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | checkFlat per-user, no conversation fees | Per-conversation + base platform fee |
| AI Chatbot | checkGPT-4o powered, no-code builder | Basic AI assist, template-based |
| Native CRM | checkBuilt-in SkedX CRM connection | Requires third-party integrations |
| Automation Builder | checkVisual flow builder with AI nodes | Workflow builder with triggers |
| WhatsApp Business API | checkFull API with official BSP partnership | Full API with official BSP partnership |
| Contact Limits | checkUnlimited at Pro plan | Limits vary by plan tier |
Data sourced from official product pages and documentation as of March 2026. Features and pricing may change.
Migration FAQ
Common questions about switching from Respond.io to SkedX Flow.
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