Never Miss a Booking
Cora answers inquiries, nurtures leads, and books appointments, even at midnight.
FILE · UPDATED APRIL 2026
Cora is Prefero's booking conversion agent: a 24/7 AI receptionist that answers client inquiries across phone, text, WhatsApp, Instagram, and web chat, qualifies the lead, and books the appointment. Businesses using Cora convert 68% of inquiries into confirmed bookings.
Inquiries come in 24/7
Booking requests arrive as calls, texts, DMs, and WhatsApp messages, at every hour of the day. That late-night DM you missed? She already booked with your competitor.
any of them can arrive at midnight
Cora's job is answering every one of them: instant response, every channel, 24/7. 68% of inquiries become confirmed bookings.
Everything Included
What You Get with Cora
Every inquiry answered: calls, texts, DMs, WhatsApp
All channels, one system, 24/7
Leads nurtured with follow-ups until they book
No lead goes cold. Cora keeps the conversation going.
Appointments booked while you sleep
Wake up to a full calendar
Your tone, your voice. Clients can't tell the difference.
Cora learns how you talk and matches it perfectly
Complex questions handed off to you with full context
Cora knows when to escalate. You step in seamlessly.
The Difference
Without vs. With Cora
Without Cora
With Cora
Missed calls during appointments
Every call answered in 2 rings
DMs pile up overnight
Responded in 30 seconds, 24/7
You play phone tag for days
Booked on first conversation
Leads go cold waiting
Nurtured until they convert
You guess who's serious
Qualified before they reach you
Simple Setup
How It Works
Connect
Link your phone, socials, and WhatsApp. Takes 10 minutes.
Cora Learns
Studies your services, pricing, policies, and tone. Becomes your perfect booking assistant.
You Book
Cora handles the conversations. You get confirmations. Your calendar fills automatically.
Real Results
What Salon Owners Say
Cora booked 38 appointments last month that I would've missed. Mostly from late-night Instagram DMs.
38 extra bookingsPWPatricia WalshOwner of The Style House
Phoenix, AZ
Like having a receptionist who never sleeps. My clients have no idea it's AI.
24/7 coverageENElliot NakamuraOwner of Ironwood Barbershop
Seattle, WA
Illustrative examples based on composite results across businesses we work with.
FAQ
Questions & Answers
- What if a question is too complex?
- Cora intelligently recognizes complex questions and escalates them to you with full context. You get notified immediately so you can step in seamlessly.
- Can Cora match my brand voice?
- Yes. Cora learns your tone, terminology, and style. Clients can't tell the difference between Cora and your staff.
- Does it work with Instagram and WhatsApp?
- Yes. Cora handles phone calls, text messages, Instagram DMs, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and email, all from one system.
- What about existing clients vs new leads?
- Cora recognizes existing clients and can access their history for personalized conversations. New leads get qualification and nurturing.
- Can I see the conversations?
- Absolutely. Every conversation is logged and accessible in your dashboard. You have full visibility into every interaction.
- Can I cancel anytime?
- Yes. No contracts, no penalties. Cancel anytime with one click.
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Key Features
AI Search Optimization
Get found on ChatGPT & Perplexity
WhatsApp Booking
Book appointments via chat
Revenue Analytics
AI-powered business intelligence
Google Business Profile
Automated GBP optimization
AI Review Management
Generate & manage 5-star reviews
Multi-Channel Inbox
All conversations in one place
Automated Rebooking
Smart reminders that drive return visits
Demand Forecasting
Predict busy periods with AI
24/7 AI Receptionist
Never miss a call or message
Local SEO Optimization
Top 3 on Google Maps
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Use Cases
24/7 Online Booking
Never miss a booking opportunity
Increase Client LTV
Maximize lifetime client value
Compete with Chains
Level the playing field with AI
Fill Empty Slots
Turn empty chairs into revenue
Reduce No-Shows
Cut no-shows by up to 40%
Recover Lost Clients
Win back clients who stopped visiting
Get More Reviews
Automate 5-star review generation
Automate Marketing
Put your marketing on autopilot
Grow Revenue
Increase salon revenue with AI
Reach the Top 3 on Google
Dominate local search results
Ready to Stop Missing Bookings?
Every inquiry answered. Every lead nurtured. Every appointment booked.