Best ChatGPT Prompts for Customer Service (50+ Examples)
Copy-paste prompts to handle customer inquiries, complaints, and support tickets faster with AI.
Responding to Customer Complaints
"Write a professional, empathetic response to this customer complaint. Acknowledge their frustration, apologize sincerely, and offer a specific solution. Keep it under 150 words.
Customer complaint: [paste complaint here]"
"You are a customer service expert. A customer is angry about [issue]. Write a de-escalation response that:
1. Validates their feelings
2. Takes responsibility
3. Offers compensation or a solution
4. Ends positively"
Answering Product Questions
"Answer this customer's product question clearly and helpfully. If you're unsure, say so honestly. Keep the response friendly and under 100 words.
Question: [paste question here]
Product info: [paste relevant product details]"
Handling Refund Requests
"Write a professional response to a refund request. Our policy allows refunds within [X] days of purchase. The customer's request is [within/outside] our policy period.
Customer message: [paste message]
If approving: Sound helpful and provide clear next steps.
If declining: Be empathetic, explain policy clearly, offer alternatives."
Following Up After Resolution
"Write a follow-up email to check if the customer's issue was resolved. Reference ticket #[number]. Keep it brief, friendly, and include a way to reopen if needed."
Creating FAQ Responses
"Generate 5 FAQ entries for [product/service]. Each should:
- Start with a clear question
- Provide a concise answer (2-3 sentences)
- Include any relevant links or next steps
Focus on common support topics like: [list topics]"
Handling Urgent Issues
"A customer reports an urgent issue: [describe issue]. Write an immediate acknowledgment that:
- Confirms we received their message
- Treats the issue as priority
- Provides an estimated response time
- Gives them a direct contact if available"
Best Practices for AI-Assisted Customer Service
- Always personalize – Add the customer's name and specific details
- Review before sending – AI suggestions should be verified
- Maintain your brand voice – Edit prompts to match your style
- Handle sensitive issues manually – Legal, billing disputes, etc.
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