> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.heymilo.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# FAQ

> Answers to the most common questions from HeyMilo customers, from setup to troubleshooting.

## Getting Started

**How long does it take to set up my first interviewer?**
Most teams have their first interviewer live in under 30 minutes. If you're starting from an [Agent Library](/draft-docs/tools/ai-settings/agent-library) template, it's even faster. Just customize the questions and go.

**Can I test the interview before sending it to candidates?**
Yes! Click the interview link yourself to experience it exactly as a candidate would. We strongly recommend doing this before going live.

**How many interviewers can I have active at the same time?**
There's no limit on the number of active interviewers. Create as many as you need for your open roles.

## Interviews & Scoring

**How does the AI score candidates?**
The AI evaluates each response against the scoring rubrics you defined when setting up the interviewer. Each question gets an individual score, and the overall score is a weighted average. See [How Scoring Works](/draft-docs/getting-started/log-in/how-scoring-works) for the full breakdown.

**Can the AI ask follow-up questions?**
Yes. For voice/video and SMS interviews, the AI asks intelligent follow-up questions based on what the candidate says. This makes conversations feel natural and goes deeper on important topics. Form interviews don't have follow-ups.

**What happens if a candidate drops off mid-interview?**
Their progress is saved. For SMS interviews, they can come back and continue where they left off. For voice/video (phone), if the call disconnects, they may need to start over (depending on your settings).

**Can I change questions after an interviewer is live?**
Yes. Changes apply to new interviews going forward. Candidates who already completed their interview aren't affected. See [Cloning, Editing & Archiving](/draft-docs/interviewers/cloning-editing-archiving).

**Are scores comparable across different interviewers?**
Scores are relative to each interviewer's rubrics and criteria. A 4.0 on one interviewer isn't necessarily equivalent to a 4.0 on another. It depends on how strict or lenient the rubrics are.

**Scores feel too strict or too lenient across the board?**
You can tune workspace-wide scoring with Knowledge Base prompts. See [Adjusting Scoring (Interview Evaluation)](/draft-docs/tools/ai-settings/scoring-calibration-guide).

## Candidates

**What do candidates need to complete an interview?**
For voice/video: a phone (for voice) or any device with a browser (for video). For SMS: a phone that can send/receive texts. For forms: any device with a browser. No special apps or software needed.

**Can candidates redo their interview?**
By default, candidates can only complete an interview once. To give one candidate a retake, open their profile and use **Allow Retake**. To change the rule for everyone, set the retake policy on the interviewer's Settings tab.

**Do candidates know they're talking to AI?**
Yes. HeyMilo is transparent about the AI-powered nature of the interview. Candidates are informed at the start that they're completing an AI-assisted screening.

**What languages does HeyMilo support?**
HeyMilo supports multiple languages for interviews. See [Languages & Voices](/draft-docs/tools/ai-settings/languages-and-voices) and [Multilingual Support](/draft-docs/interviews/interviews/multilingual-support).

## Integrations

**Which ATS platforms does HeyMilo integrate with?**
HeyMilo integrates with 12+ ATS providers including Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby, Bullhorn, Workable, Salesforce, and many more. See [ATS Integrations](/draft-docs/integrations/ats-quickstarts) for the full list.

**Does writeback happen automatically?**
Yes. Once configured, interview results (scores, notes, stage moves, attachments) automatically sync back to your ATS. No manual steps needed. See [Write-back Configs](/draft-docs/interviews/interviews/write-back-configs) and your provider's [ATS quickstart](/draft-docs/integrations/ats-quickstarts).

**Can I use HeyMilo without an ATS?**
Absolutely. Many teams use HeyMilo standalone: creating interviewers manually, sharing links directly, and reviewing candidates in the HeyMilo dashboard. An ATS integration is optional.

## Troubleshooting

**Candidates say they can't access the interview link**

* Check the interviewer deadline. It may have passed
* Verify the interviewer is still active (not archived)
* Try the link yourself to confirm it works
* Make sure the candidate is using the correct link (not an old or different one)

**My completion rate is low**

* Check if interviews are too long. Keep them under 15 minutes
* Send follow-up reminders 2-3 days after the initial invitation
* Make sure your invitation email is clear about what to expect and how long it takes
* Try a different interview type. SMS often has higher completion for hourly roles
* See [Inviting Candidates & Driving Completion](/draft-docs/inviting-candidates/inviting-candidates) for more tips

**Scores seem off (too high or too low)**

* Review your scoring rubrics. They may be too strict or too lenient
* Read a few full transcripts alongside their scores to calibrate
* See [Adjusting Scoring (Interview Evaluation)](/draft-docs/tools/ai-settings/scoring-calibration-guide) for workspace-wide tuning

**My ATS integration isn't syncing**

* Check that your ATS connection is still active in **Integrations**
* Verify your ATS credentials haven't expired
* Try disconnecting and reconnecting
* Check the specific [ATS Quickstart](/draft-docs/integrations/ats-quickstarts) for your provider

**I need to contact support**
Email [support@heymilo.ai](mailto:support@heymilo.ai) or use the in-app chat for help with any issues not covered here.
