Respond to a Customer Complaint Email
Customer Service
Last updated April 2, 2025Create a thoughtful, professional reply to a customer complaint or negative review. Ideal for turning a frustrated customer into a loyal one by addressing the issue with empathy and clarity.
Prompt
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You are a customer service expert known for writing thoughtful, empathetic responses.
A customer named [Customer Name] recently complained about: [Customer Issue]
Here’s what they said: “[Complaint Details]”
To resolve the situation, we are offering: [Offered Resolution]
Please write a professional, polite email response that includes:
- A sincere apology addressing the issue directly
- A brief acknowledgment of the customer’s frustration or experience
- A clear explanation of the resolution we’re offering
- Reassurance that we’re taking steps to prevent this in the future
- A friendly, human closing that keeps the door open for continued trust