A channel link is for a shared destination. Unlike a personal link, the channel gives the chosen members a common place to receive and manage what comes in. Share it only with the audience the channel was made for.
Steps
- Open the channel and copy its share link.
- Choose the one place where the intended audience will see it, such as a community post, group chat, workplace space or event screen.
- Add a prompt that names the channel purpose. Say whether it is for questions, suggestions or feedback and what happens next.
Share the right link with the right people
Add a short line about what the channel is for and who can see it. That is especially helpful when the link is posted outside the group’s usual space.
Examples and guidance
Use it for a real reason
Share a channel link when messages need to be seen by more than one responsible person. A festival crew could use one for attendee questions, a committee for ideas before a meeting or a fan community for suggestions that moderators can review together.
Good practice
State that the link goes to a shared channel, then name the topic. For example, use Send questions for the welcome session, not simply Message us. Do not post a private channel link in a public place unless access and visibility are set for that purpose. Review the member list before a large share.
One last check
Say that the link goes to a shared channel and name the topic. This makes the people receiving messages clear. It is fine to pause the link when the conversation is complete, then use a fresh prompt for the next one.