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What can I do with this?

Slack is where work flows. It's where the people you need, the information you share, and the tools you use come together to get things done.

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Official MCP implementation

See Slack publisher documentation for setup and supported tools.

2 MCP Servers

Slack: connection requirements
Transport
Streamable HTTP
Authentication
Confidential OAuth with registered Slack app; no dynamic client registration.
Server URL
https://mcp.slack.com/mcp

Register a Slack app with a fixed app ID and configure confidential OAuth with your client ID and client secret. Only Slack Marketplace-published or internal apps may use MCP; unlisted apps are not supported. Dynamic client registration and SSE are not supported. Each user authorizes the required scopes; workspace administrators may need to approve the app. Runtime access has not been tested.

Documentation reviewed · Connection not runtime-tested.

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Documentation & getting started

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API interface

API styles
REST
Webhook management
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Authentication & access

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Pricing & operations

Pricing model
Free

Tools & community

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Frequently asked questions

What is Slack?

Slack is where work flows. It's where the people you need, the information you share, and the tools you use come together to get things done.

Where can I find Slack provider documentation?

Use the linked Slack provider documentation to check setup and supported capabilities.

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What does the official Slack MCP implementation support?

Search Slack channels and perform supported workspace actions through Slack’s own MCP server. Supported operations are limited to those exposed by this implementation. Publisher evidence reviewed 2026-10-26. This review does not establish a working connection.

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How do I connect to Slack MCP?

Streamable HTTP. Confidential OAuth with registered Slack app; no dynamic client registration. Register a Slack app with a fixed app ID and configure confidential OAuth with your client ID and client secret. Only Slack Marketplace-published or internal apps may use MCP; unlisted apps are not supported. Dynamic client registration and SSE are not supported. Each user authorizes the required scopes; workspace administrators may need to approve the app. Runtime access has not been tested. Documentation reviewed 2026-10-26; not runtime-tested.

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How current is this Slack profile?

API Tracker summarizes available catalog information. Missing fields mean we have not established those details; they do not mean a feature is unsupported. Confirm current requirements with the provider.

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