Help Center

Question 1

How to set up your account in 5 minutes

Accepted Answer

After signing up, you'll be guided through a short onboarding flow. Add your business name, location, and industry. Then connect your Google Business Profile and generate your first QR code. The whole process takes under 5 minutes and the setup wizard walks you through each step.

Question 2

How to connect Google Business Profile

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Go to Settings → Integrations and click 'Connect Google Business Profile'. You'll be prompted to sign in with the Google account that manages your business listing. Once authorised, your reviews will sync automatically within a few minutes.

Question 3

How to generate your QR code

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Head to QR Management in your dashboard. Click 'Create QR Code', choose your design and size, then download it. You can create one per location or one per staff member. Print it and place it anywhere customers can scan it.

Question 4

How to start receiving reviews today

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The fastest way is to place your QR code where customers can see it - at checkout, on tables, or on receipts. You can also send a rating request email to recent customers via the 'Send Rating Request' section in your dashboard.

Question 5

My QR code isn't scanning

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Quick answer: Low print quality or poor lighting are the most common causes. Try printing at a larger size (minimum 3×3 cm), ensure high contrast (black on white), and test under good lighting. If the QR still won't scan, regenerate it from your dashboard - the link may have changed.

Question 6

Where should I place my QR code?

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The best placements are: on tables or counters at eye level, on receipts or packaging, at the exit or checkout area, on staff name badges, and on menus. The goal is to catch the customer at the peak of their experience - right after service.

Question 7

How to download different QR formats

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In QR Management, open your QR code and click 'Download'. You can download as PNG (for digital use), SVG (for print/scaling), or PDF (print-ready). For large-format printing always use SVG or PDF to keep it crisp.

Question 8

How to create staff-specific QR codes

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Go to QR Management → 'Create QR Code' and assign it to a specific staff member. Each staff QR tracks reviews linked to that person, which feeds into your leaderboard. This is great for motivating your team and identifying top performers.

Question 9

Best practices for getting more scans

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Keep the QR code large and clearly visible. Add a short call-to-action next to it like 'Share your experience'. Place it at the moment of highest satisfaction - not at the entrance. Train staff to mention it verbally. The verbal ask combined with a visible QR is the most effective combination.

Question 10

Why didn't the AI reply to a review?

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The AI replies are triggered automatically when a new review is synced. If a review wasn't replied to, check: (1) AI Replies are enabled in Settings → AI Configuration, (2) your Google Business Profile is connected, (3) the review is newer than your connection date. Reviews from before you connected won't trigger auto-replies.

Question 11

How to change tone of voice

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Go to Settings → AI Configuration → Tone of Voice. You can choose from presets (Friendly, Professional, Luxury, Playful) or write custom instructions. Changes apply to all future replies. You can also set different tones per business location if you have multiple.

Question 12

How to turn AI replies on/off

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Go to Settings → AI Configuration and toggle 'Auto-Reply' on or off. When off, replies are drafted and queued for your manual approval. When on, replies are posted automatically after a short human-like delay.

Question 13

Can I edit replies before posting?

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Yes. If you prefer manual approval, turn off Auto-Reply in Settings → AI Configuration. All AI-drafted replies will appear in your Reviews dashboard under 'Pending Replies' where you can edit, approve, or discard them before they go live.

Question 14

How to handle negative reviews

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The AI is trained to respond to negative reviews professionally - acknowledging the issue, apologising where appropriate, and offering to resolve it offline. You can review the draft before it posts. Never ignore a negative review; a thoughtful response shows other customers you care and often wins back the unhappy customer.

Question 15

Why am I not receiving reviews?

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The most common reasons are: (1) your QR code isn't placed prominently enough, (2) staff aren't mentioning it to customers, (3) your Google Business Profile connection needs refreshing. Go to Settings → Integrations and reconnect Google. Also check the Send Rating Request section to send direct requests to recent customers.

Question 16

How long do reviews take to appear?

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Google typically processes and publishes reviews within a few minutes to a few hours. Occasionally it can take up to 24 hours. If a customer says they left a review but you can't see it, it may still be in Google's moderation queue - this is normal and outside our control.

Question 17

Can I remove a bad review?

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You cannot delete a review yourself. However, if a review violates Google's policies (spam, fake, or inappropriate content) you can flag it for removal through Google. Review Revolution can help you respond professionally to negative reviews, which often has more impact than removal.

Question 18

Why are my ratings not improving?

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Ratings improve through consistent volume of positive reviews over time - not from one or two reviews. Make sure your QR code is active and visible daily, and consider sending rating requests to recent customers. It typically takes 20–30 new positive reviews to shift a rating noticeably.

Question 19

What is a good review score?

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4.5 stars is the current minimum threshold most customers trust. 4.7 or above is considered strong. 4.9+ with high volume is exceptional. Volume matters as much as rating - a 4.8 with 300 reviews is far more credible than a 5.0 with 10 reviews.

Question 20

How billing works

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Review Revolution offers monthly and annual subscription plans. You are billed at the start of each billing cycle. Annual plans come with a discount. Your plan covers all features for the selected tier, including AI replies, QR codes, and the review dashboard.

Question 21

How to upgrade or downgrade

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Go to Settings → Subscription and select your new plan. Upgrades take effect immediately and you'll be charged a prorated amount for the remainder of your cycle. Downgrades take effect at the start of your next billing period.

Question 22

Payment methods accepted

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We accept all major credit and debit cards via Xendit. For enterprise clients, bank transfer is available on request. Contact us at info@reviewrevolution.ai to arrange this.

Question 23

How to download your invoice

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Go to Settings → Billing → Invoice History. All past invoices are listed there. Click 'Download PDF' on any invoice to save or print it. Invoices include your business details, plan name, and payment breakdown.

Question 24

How to cancel your subscription

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Go to Settings → Subscription and click 'Cancel Plan'. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period. We don't offer refunds for partial months but you'll never be charged again after cancellation. If you're having issues, contact us first - we may be able to help.

Question 25

QR not working

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Problem: QR code scans but nothing happens, or won't scan at all. Cause: Low print resolution or an outdated QR link. Fix: Regenerate the QR from your dashboard and re-download it. Print at minimum 3×3 cm with high contrast. Test with multiple devices before printing in bulk.

Question 26

Google account not connecting

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Problem: Google Business Profile connection fails or disconnects. Cause: Google OAuth session expired or permissions revoked. Fix: Go to Settings → Integrations, disconnect Google, then reconnect. Make sure you're signing in with the account that has admin access to your Google Business Profile.

Question 27

Reviews not syncing

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Problem: New Google reviews aren't appearing in your dashboard. Cause: Sync delay or connection issue. Fix: Go to Settings → Integrations and click 'Sync Now'. If reviews still don't appear after 15 minutes, reconnect your Google Business Profile. Note: Reviews left before your connection date won't appear.

Question 28

Dashboard not updating

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Problem: Stats or reviews look out of date. Cause: Browser cache or sync delay. Fix: Hard refresh the page (Ctrl+Shift+R / Cmd+Shift+R). If the problem persists, log out and back in. If still stuck after 30 minutes, contact support.

Question 29

Email not sending

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Problem: Rating request emails aren't being delivered. Cause: Invalid contact details or delivery provider issue. Fix: Check that the customer's email address is formatted correctly. Check your sending limits under Settings → Rating Requests. If the issue persists, contact support with the customer's details and we'll investigate.

Question 30

How to get more Google reviews

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Make leaving a review effortless: place Google review QR codes at checkout and on tables, ask for honest feedback right after a great experience, and send review request emails to recent customers. Consistency beats one-off campaigns - businesses that ask daily grow review volume 3-5x faster than those that ask occasionally.

Question 31

How to improve your Google Business rating

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Ratings improve through steady volume of new positive reviews, not a single great week. Aim for 20-30 new 5-star reviews to shift a rating noticeably. Respond to every review, resolve negative feedback privately before it goes public, and keep your Google Business Profile complete and up to date.

Question 32

How to respond to Google reviews automatically

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Reputation management software like Review Revolution connects to your Google Business Profile and drafts human-sounding replies for each new review. Enable auto-post for hands-free Google review automation, or review drafts before they go live. Speed matters - businesses that reply within 24 hours earn more follow-up reviews.

Question 33

Best reputation management software - what to look for

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Look for Google review management, review request automation, AI review replies, a review funnel with negative feedback filtering, review monitoring, and a review dashboard. Multi-location support matters for chains. Review Revolution combines all of these for restaurants, hotels, salons, clinics, and local businesses.

Question 34

How to deal with fake Google reviews

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You cannot delete reviews yourself. Flag reviews that violate Google policies (spam, off-topic, conflict of interest) through Google Business Profile. A professional public response to unfair reviews often matters more than removal - it shows future customers you care. Reputation management software helps you respond quickly and consistently.

Question 35

How do restaurants get more reviews?

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Restaurants win with timing: ask when the customer is happiest, usually right after the meal. Train staff with a simple script, place QR codes on tables and receipts, and send review requests to delivery and reservation customers. Restaurant review software automates the full flow so your team focuses on service.

Question 36

How can my hotel improve its online reputation?

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Hotels should collect feedback at checkout and post-stay via email, monitor reviews across Google daily, and reply to every guest review. Department-level QR codes help pinpoint issues. Hotel reputation management software tracks rating trends and automates replies so no review is missed during peak season.

Question 37

How do I increase 5-star reviews?

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Ask all customers for honest feedback, not only happy ones - this keeps you compliant and builds trust. Use a review funnel that routes satisfied customers to Google and captures concerns privately. More volume of genuine positive reviews naturally lifts your average toward 4.8 and above.

Question 38

What is review automation?

Accepted Answer

Review automation covers collecting reviews via QR codes and emails, syncing new Google reviews to a dashboard, and posting AI-crafted replies without manual work. It replaces spreadsheets and forgotten responses with a system that runs 24/7.

Question 39

Best software for Google reviews

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The best Google review software combines collection (QR + email requests), monitoring (synced dashboard), and response (AI replies). Review Revolution is built specifically for Google review management with optional multi-platform expansion, starting from $119/month per location.

Question 40

Are incentives allowed?

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You can offer perks (discounts, small gifts) to encourage customers to leave feedback - but you must always ask for honest feedback, never a specific star rating. Offering rewards conditional on a 5-star review violates Google's policies. Review Revolution's system is built around requesting honest feedback, which keeps you fully compliant.

Question 41

Google review policies explained

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Google prohibits: fake reviews, reviews from employees, paying for reviews, review gating (only directing happy customers to leave reviews while filtering unhappy ones). Review Revolution is designed to send all customers the same feedback request, ensuring you stay within Google's guidelines.

Question 42

What you should NOT say to customers

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Never say: 'Please leave us a 5-star review', 'We'll give you a discount if you leave us 5 stars', or 'Only leave a review if you had a good experience'. Always say: 'We'd love your honest feedback' or 'Let us know about your experience today'. The distinction protects you legally and builds genuine trust.

Question 43

How RR stays compliant

Accepted Answer

Review Revolution sends rating requests to all customers equally - not just happy ones. Our system asks for 'honest feedback' rather than specific ratings. We do not filter or gate reviews based on sentiment. All AI-generated replies are accurate and brand-aligned without being misleading.

Question 44

Ethical review collection

Accepted Answer

Ethical review collection means: asking all customers (not cherry-picking), asking for honest feedback (not a specific rating), not incentivising a particular star rating, and responding professionally to all reviews including negative ones. This approach builds a more credible reputation long-term.

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