How to Activate SEATEXT AI After Installation: Step-by-Step Guide

After you paste the SEATEXT AI JavaScript snippet into your site, the AI stays inert until you activate it. Activation links your account to your website and turns on the agents you choose. The process is simple: visit your site, wait for confirmation, then configure agents in the Main AI Hub.

What activation means after installation

Installing the script is only the first step. SEATEXT AI is designed to remain inactive until it detects real traffic on your site. This protects your content and ensures the AI only works on a live, valid domain. Activation is what connects your account to your website and lets you start using agents like the CRO Optimizer, Bot Refund Agent, or Translation Agent.

You know activation is complete when your website name appears next to the SEATEXT logo at the top of your account page. Until that happens, the AI won't run on your pages. The activation process is secure and does not alter your content. It simply verifies that your site is live and that the script is correctly installed.

Why does SEATEXT AI require this step? The AI needs to associate your account with a specific domain. It does this by checking that the script is present on a real, accessible website. This prevents misuse and ensures that the AI only works on domains you own. It also helps SEATEXT AI avoid processing traffic from development or staging environments that are not meant for public use.

Step-by-step: How to activate SEATEXT AI

1. Install the script correctly. Copy the JavaScript code from your SEATEXT AI account and paste it into your site's header or footer. For WordPress, use a plugin like Insert Headers and Footers. For SPAs, add it to your index.html or main initialization file. For Weebly, go to Website > Edit Site > Settings > SEO and paste the code in the Footer Code section. For Elementor, use the same WordPress plugin method.
2. Visit or refresh your website several times. Open your site in a browser, stay on the page for at least 40 seconds, then refresh. Repeat this a few times. This tells SEATEXT AI that your site is live and links it to your account. The 40-second dwell time is important because it simulates real user behavior. Quick visits may not trigger the activation check.
3. Wait for confirmation. After your visits, wait at least five minutes. Check your SEATEXT AI account page. Your website name should appear next to the SEATEXT logo at the top. If it doesn't show up after 10 minutes, contact support immediately. The delay is normal because SEATEXT AI processes the traffic data in batches.
4. Go to the Main AI Hub. Once your site is connected, navigate to the Main AI Hub in your account. This is where you activate the AI agents you need. The Main AI Hub lists all available agents, such as the Google Ads Landing Page Agent, Bot Protection Agent, and Website Translation Agent.
5. Configure your agents. Click on "Configuration" to adjust AI parameters. You can also edit translations and variants later under "Variants Edit" in the left panel. For example, you can set the tone of voice, choose which pages to optimize, or define conversion goals. The configuration options depend on the agent you select.

Let's look at a real-world example. Suppose you run a WordPress site for an online store. After installing the script via the Insert Headers and Footers plugin, you visit your homepage, stay for 45 seconds, and refresh twice. Within five minutes, your site name appears in your SEATEXT account. You then open the Main AI Hub and activate the CRO Optimizer and the Bot Refund Agent. You configure the CRO Optimizer to focus on product pages and set a conversion goal of newsletter signups. The Bot Refund Agent is set to monitor Google Ads traffic. Within a few hours, the agents start working.

Why your site might not activate

Activation usually works within minutes, but a few common issues can block it.

• Using localhost or a development URL. SEATEXT AI restricts development URLs like localhost for security. Use a real, valid domain. This is a hard restriction. Even if you visit localhost for 40 seconds, the AI will not activate.
• Dynamic development domains. If your domain changes frequently, SEATEXT AI may not reliably associate traffic with your account. For example, if you use a temporary preview URL from a hosting provider, the AI might not recognize it as a stable domain.
• Multiple domains on one account. Each SEATEXT AI account is linked to a single primary URL. If you need to use it on multiple domains, create a separate account for each. This includes development and production domains. You cannot use one account for both a staging site and a live site.
• Not spending enough time on the page. You need to stay on your site for at least 40 seconds per visit. Quick visits may not trigger activation. The AI uses the dwell time to confirm that a real user is present, not just a bot.
• Script not installed correctly. For SPAs, ensure the script loads asynchronously and that local storage is allowed. Cross-origin issues can also prevent activation. For example, if your SPA makes requests to multiple domains, the script might be blocked by CORS policies.
• Browser cache or extensions. Sometimes, cached versions of your site may not include the script. Clear your browser cache and try again. Also, ad blockers or privacy extensions might block the script from loading. Test in an incognito window with extensions disabled.

What to do if activation fails

If your website name doesn't appear after 10 minutes, follow these steps:

1. Double-check that the script is in the correct place (header or footer) and that you saved and published your changes. For WordPress, verify that the plugin is active and the code is in the "Scripts In Header" section. For Weebly, ensure you clicked "Save" and then "Publish."
2. Clear your browser cache and revisit your site for at least 40 seconds. Use a different browser or an incognito window to rule out cache issues.
3. Verify that you're using a real domain, not localhost or a dynamic dev URL. Check your domain's DNS settings and ensure it resolves to your hosting server.
4. If you're using a SPA, check the browser console for errors. Open Developer Tools (F12) and look for any JavaScript errors related to the SEATEXT script. Confirm that local storage is enabled in your browser settings.
5. Test the script directly. Open your site's source code and search for the SEATEXT snippet. Make sure it appears exactly as provided, without any modifications or line breaks that could break the code.
6. Contact SEATEXT AI support immediately. They can help diagnose installation issues on your platform. Provide them with your account email, the domain you're using, and any error messages you see in the console.

For example, a React developer might see a cross-origin error in the console. This happens when the SEATEXT script tries to access a resource from a different domain. To fix this, ensure that your SPA's server allows cross-origin requests from the SEATEXT domain. Alternatively, you can host the script locally, but that is not recommended because it may break updates.

Key facts about activation

Limitations and restrictions

SEATEXT AI is built for production websites. It won't work on localhost or dynamic development domains. Each account is tied to one primary URL, so if you have a staging site and a live site, you need two accounts. For SPAs, cross-origin issues can arise if your app interacts with multiple domains—make sure the script is compatible.

Also, activation only links your site. You still need to go to the Main AI Hub to turn on specific agents. The AI won't start optimizing or translating until you activate the agents you want. For example, if you only install the script but never activate the Translation Agent, your site will not be translated.

Another limitation is that the activation process requires real traffic. If your site has no visitors, you must manually visit it yourself. This is a one-time step. After activation, the AI runs continuously as long as the script remains installed.

If you use a platform like Weebly, the integration steps are slightly different. You must paste the code in the Footer Code section under SEO settings. For WP Engine, you need to install a specific plugin that allows custom JavaScript. Always follow the platform-specific instructions provided by SEATEXT AI.

Frequently asked questions

How long does activation take?

After you visit your site for 40 seconds, wait at least 5 minutes. Most sites connect within that window. If it takes longer than 10 minutes, contact support.

Can I activate SEATEXT AI on localhost?

No. Development URLs like localhost are restricted for security. Use a real, valid domain.

Do I need a separate account for each website?

Yes. Each SEATEXT AI account is linked to a single primary URL. For multiple websites, create one account per site.

What if I use a SPA like React or Vue?

Add the snippet to your index.html or main initialization file. Ensure the script loads asynchronously and that local storage is allowed. Check the console for errors. For React, you can add the script in the public/index.html file. For Vue, place it in the index.html in the root folder.

What happens after activation?

Go to the Main AI Hub to activate agents. You can configure AI parameters, edit translations, and manage variants from your account. The agents will start working on your pages automatically.

Can I use SEATEXT AI on a staging domain?

Only if it's a real, valid domain. Dynamic development domains may not work reliably. Create a separate account for staging if needed.

Why do I need to stay on the page for 40 seconds?

The 40-second dwell time helps SEATEXT AI confirm that a real user is visiting, not just a bot. It also gives the script time to load and communicate with the server.

What if I have multiple domains on the same account?

That will not work. Each account is linked to a single primary URL. You must create separate accounts for each domain.

Can I activate the AI without visiting my site?

No. The activation process requires at least one visit or refresh with a 40-second dwell time. This is a security measure to verify that the site is live.

What should I do if the script is installed but my site name never appears?

Follow the troubleshooting steps above. If the issue persists, contact SEATEXT AI support immediately. They can check if the script is being blocked or if there is a server-side issue.