The embed widget lives on your existing site. The hosted page lives at a shareable URL you can drop in LinkedIn, WhatsApp bios, and QR codes. Ship the embed first for existing traffic, then use the hosted page for outbound.
Chat Assistant5 min read · July 24, 2026
Embed Widget vs. Hosted Chat: Which Ships First?
MAZ Assist gives you both. Here's how to decide which to launch first and how to wire them together for maximum lead flow.
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