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of 3— Install Claude on your phone
What you'll accomplish
By the end of this guide, you'll use Claude (free AI chatbot) to translate messages to and from any language your guests speak — in real time, on your phone. You'll handle communications with Spanish, Mandarin, French, Portuguese, Japanese, and 50+ other language speakers fluently, even if you speak only English.
What you'll need
- Free Claude account at claude.ai (or ChatGPT — both work)
- A phone or tablet accessible at the front desk
- Time needed: 10 minutes to set up
- Cost: Free
How-To Guide: Use Claude for Real-Time International Guest Communication
Step 1: Install Claude on your phone
- Go to claude.ai in your phone's browser, or download the Claude app (free, available for iOS and Android)
- Sign up with your email — no credit card needed
- Keep the app in an accessible spot on your phone screen (front page or dock)
Why phone over computer: When a guest is standing at the desk, having the translation on your phone means you can turn the screen toward them, which allows them to read the translation directly. Much faster than typing on a desktop.