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Speed optimizations for community
January 21, 2025
Today, we want to give a special shout out to the unsung heroes on the dev team who work tirelessly to keep every aspect of the system running at peak performance.
Most recently, it's Communities that got a little re-tuning, specifically in the speed for chat suggestion. (You know that little modal that suggests people as you start typing in the name of someone you'd like to message?)
There are all sorts of behind-the-scenes things like this... tiny little things that are practically unnoticeable when they are running well, but they only stay unnoticeable because there are real people behind the scenes monitoring and innovating.
Customers completing a $0 order through Forms or Surveys can now skip card entry altogether. With the new Require card for $0 orders setting on the Sell Products element, payment fields are automatically hidden when the total is confirmed as $0 and there are no recurring charges. This also applies to orders made free through a 100% discount, while subscriptions and free trials will continue to require a card. Existing Forms and Surveys remain unchanged unless the setting is turned off.
WhatsApp conversations can now move seamlessly from messaging to voice, with WhatsApp Calling generally available on both web and mobile. Teams can make and receive calls directly within the conversation, manage calling hours and permissions, route calls to the right team members, and record outcomes through customizable call dispositions. Call results can also trigger automated follow-ups and appear in call reporting, giving teams a clearer view of what happens after each conversation. With calling built into the existing WhatsApp experience, businesses can resolve complex questions faster, respond to high-intent leads more effectively, and keep the full customer interaction in one place.
