What is Slack MCP for ChatGPT and how does it work?

Slack MCP for ChatGPT is a connector that bridges your Slack workspace with AI models through Ravenala's chat interface. It uses the Model Context Protocol to enable seamless conversations between team members and ChatGPT directly within Slack channels, making AI collaboration as natural as chatting with colleagues.

How do I set up the Slack Connector for ChatGPT?

Setting up the Slack Connector is straightforward with Ravenala's interface. Simply authenticate your Slack workspace, connect your preferred ChatGPT model, and configure channel permissions. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes, and you'll have AI assistance flowing through your team's existing workflow immediately.

Can multiple team members use Slack AI simultaneously?

Absolutely! Ravenala's Slack MCP supports unlimited concurrent users across your workspace. Team members can engage with ChatGPT in different channels simultaneously without conflicts. The system intelligently manages context and maintains conversation threads, ensuring everyone gets personalized AI assistance when they need it.

What Slack features work with the ChatGPT integration?

The Slack Connector for ChatGPT supports channels, direct messages, threads, file sharing, and mentions. You can tag the AI bot, share documents for analysis, create dedicated AI channels, and even use slash commands. It integrates seamlessly with your existing Slack workflows without disrupting team communication patterns.

Is my Slack data secure when using this AI connector?

Security is paramount in Ravenala's design. All data transmission uses enterprise-grade encryption, and conversations remain within your configured privacy boundaries. You control which channels have AI access, and sensitive information never leaves your security perimeter. The MCP protocol ensures data integrity throughout the process.

Does Slack MCP work with custom ChatGPT models?

Yes! Ravenala's flexible architecture supports various ChatGPT models, including custom fine-tuned versions and different GPT variants. You can switch between models based on specific use cases, assign different models to different channels, or let team members choose their preferred AI assistant for optimal productivity.

Can I limit ChatGPT access to specific Slack channels?

Definitely. Channel-level permissions give you granular control over where Slack AI operates. You can enable ChatGPT in project-specific channels, restrict access from sensitive discussions, or create dedicated AI brainstorming spaces. This flexibility ensures AI assistance enhances productivity without compromising confidential conversations or workflows.

How does pricing work for Slack Connector for ChatGPT?

Ravenala offers transparent, usage-based pricing that scales with your team's needs. You pay only for active AI interactions, not idle time or inactive users. This approach makes Slack AI cost-effective for teams of any size, from startups testing workflows to enterprises managing complex, multi-departmental collaborations.

What happens if ChatGPT goes offline in our Slack workspace?

Ravenala includes built-in redundancy and failover protection for uninterrupted service. If one AI model becomes unavailable, the system automatically switches to backup instances or alternative models. Your team receives notifications about any service changes, ensuring Slack AI remains reliable for critical business conversations and decision-making processes.

Can I integrate other apps besides Slack with ChatGPT?

Absolutely! Ravenala's MCP client connects any app to any LLM, not just Slack to ChatGPT. You can integrate Microsoft Teams, Discord, email platforms, project management tools, and hundreds of other applications. This flexibility creates a unified AI ecosystem across your entire technology stack, maximizing efficiency.

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activate-or-modify-do-not-disturb-durationDeprecated: turns on do not disturb mode for the current user, or changes its duration.

activate-or-modify-do-not-disturb-duration

add-a-custom-emoji-to-a-slack-teamDeprecated: adds a custom emoji to a Slack workspace given a unique name and an image url.

add-a-custom-emoji-to-a-slack-team

add-an-emoji-alias-in-slackAdds an alias for an existing custom emoji in a Slack enterprise grid organization.

add-an-emoji-alias-in-slack

add-a-remote-file-from-a-serviceAdds a reference to an external file (e.

add-a-remote-file-from-a-service

add-a-star-to-an-itemStars a channel, file, file comment, or a specific message in Slack.

add-a-star-to-an-item

add-call-participantsRegisters new participants added to a Slack call.

add-call-participants

add-emojiAdds a custom emoji to a Slack workspace given a unique name and an image url; subject to workspace emoji limits.

add-emoji

add-reaction-to-an-itemAdds a specified emoji reaction to an existing message in a Slack channel, identified by its timestamp; does not remove or retrieve reactions.

add-reaction-to-an-item

archive-a-public-or-private-channelArchives a Slack public or private channel, making it read-only; the primary 'general' channel cannot be archived.

archive-a-public-or-private-channel

archive-a-slack-conversationArchives a Slack conversation by its id, rendering it read-only and hidden while retaining history, ideal for cleaning up inactive channels; be aware that some channels (like #general or certain dms) cannot be archived and this may impact connected integrations.

archive-a-slack-conversation

chat-post-messageDeprecated: posts a message to a Slack channel, direct message, or private channel.

chat-post-message

close-dm-or-multi-person-dmCloses a Slack direct message (dm) or multi-person direct message (mpdm) channel, removing it from the user's sidebar without deleting history; this action affects only the calling user's view.

close-dm-or-multi-person-dm

create-a-reminderCreates a Slack reminder with specified text and time; time accepts unix timestamps, seconds from now, or natural language (e.

create-a-reminder

create-a-slack-user-groupCreates a new user group (often referred to as a subteam) in a Slack workspace.

create-a-slack-user-group

create-channelInitiates a public or private channel-based conversation.

create-channel

create-channel-based-conversationCreates a new public or private Slack channel with a unique name; the channel can be org-wide, or team-specific if `team id` is given (required if `org wide` is false or not provided).

create-channel-based-conversation

customize-url-unfurlCustomizes url previews (unfurling) in a specific Slack message using a url-encoded json in `unfurls` to define custom content or remove existing previews.

customize-url-unfurl

customize-url-unfurling-in-messagesDeprecated: customizes url previews (unfurling) in a specific Slack message.

customize-url-unfurling-in-messages

delete-a-comment-on-a-fileDeletes a specific comment from a file in Slack; this action is irreversible.

delete-a-comment-on-a-file

delete-a-file-by-idPermanently deletes an existing file from a Slack workspace using its unique file id; this action is irreversible and also removes any associated comments or shares.

delete-a-file-by-id

delete-a-public-or-private-channelPermanently and irreversibly deletes a specified public or private channel, including all its messages and files, within a Slack enterprise grid organization.

delete-a-public-or-private-channel

delete-a-scheduled-message-in-a-chatDeletes a pending, unsent scheduled message from the specified Slack channel, identified by its `scheduled message id`.

delete-a-scheduled-message-in-a-chat

delete-a-slack-reminderDeletes an existing Slack reminder, typically when it is no longer relevant or a task is completed; this operation is irreversible.

delete-a-slack-reminder

deletes-a-message-from-a-chatDeletes a message, identified by its channel id and timestamp, from a Slack channel, private group, or direct message conversation; the authenticated user or bot must be the original poster.

deletes-a-message-from-a-chat

delete-user-profile-photoDeletes the Slack profile photo for the user identified by the token, reverting them to the default avatar; this action is irreversible and succeeds even if no custom photo was set.

delete-user-profile-photo

disable-an-existing-slack-user-groupDisables a specified, currently enabled Slack user group by its unique id, effectively archiving it by setting its 'date delete' timestamp; the group is not permanently deleted and can be re-enabled.

disable-an-existing-slack-user-group

enable-a-specified-user-groupEnables a disabled user group in Slack using its id, reactivating it for mentions and permissions; this action only changes the enabled status and cannot create new groups or modify other properties.

enable-a-specified-user-group

enable-public-sharing-of-a-fileEnables public sharing for an existing Slack file by generating a publicly accessible url; this action does not create new files.

enable-public-sharing-of-a-file

end-a-call-with-duration-and-idEnds an ongoing Slack call, identified by its id (obtained from `calls.

end-a-call-with-duration-and-id

end-snoozeEnds the current user's snooze mode immediately.

end-snooze

end-user-do-not-disturb-sessionEnds the authenticated user's current do not disturb (dnd) session in Slack, affecting only dnd status and making them available; if dnd is not active, Slack acknowledges the request without changing status.

end-user-do-not-disturb-session

end-user-snooze-mode-immediatelyDeprecated: ends the current user's snooze mode immediately.

end-user-snooze-mode-immediately

fetch-bot-user-informationFetches information for a specified, existing Slack bot user; will not work for regular user accounts or other integration types.

fetch-bot-user-information

fetch-conversation-historyFetches a chronological list of messages and events from a specified Slack conversation, accessible by the authenticated user/bot, with options for pagination and time range filtering.

fetch-conversation-history

fetch-current-team-info-with-optional-team-scopeDeprecated: fetches comprehensive metadata about the current Slack team.

fetch-current-team-info-with-optional-team-scope

fetch-dnd-status-for-multiple-team-membersDeprecated: retrieves a user's current do not disturb status.

fetch-dnd-status-for-multiple-team-members

fetch-item-reactionsFetches reactions for a Slack message, file, or file comment, requiring one of: channel and timestamp; file id; or file comment id.

fetch-item-reactions

fetch-message-thread-from-a-conversationRetrieves replies to a specific parent message in a Slack conversation, using the channel id and the parent message's timestamp (`ts`).

fetch-message-thread-from-a-conversation