Slack
Community Platforms
Messaging & CommunicationChat & Messaging PlatformsDirect & In-App MessagingfreemiumSlack is a workplace communication platform that many community builders repurpose for hosting online communities. While not purpose-built for communities, it offers channels for organizing discussions by topic, direct messaging for member connections, and integrations with community tools. Community managers use Slack for creating member-only spaces, facilitating networking, hosting AMAs, and building intimate communities around shared interests or professional topics.
Used by Organizations
Anthropic
Notion
Duolingo
SpotifyFounded
2009
Team Size
2,928
0%
Funding
EXITED
$982.8M total
Monthly Traffic
139,000,000
4%
Key Features
- •Channels and threads
- •Direct messaging
- •File sharing
- •App integrations
- •Video calls (huddles)
Use Cases
Community Workspace Creation
Create dedicated Slack workspaces for communities with topic-based channels, welcome channels, and member introductions
Member Networking and Direct Messages
Enable community members to connect privately through DMs and build relationships outside of public channels
Event Coordination and AMAs
Host live community events, AMAs, and discussions in real-time using channels and threads
Community Tool Integration Hub
Integrate community tools like calendars, surveys, and analytics platforms to centralize community operations
Knowledge Sharing and Resources
Share resources, files, and community knowledge through pinned messages, file sharing, and searchable conversation history
Target Users
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