MCP Server - Slack

MCP Server / Team Collaboration Integration M Integrations & Community

Basic Information

  • Developer: Slack (owned by Salesforce)
  • Country/Region: USA
  • Official Website: https://docs.slack.dev/ai/slack-mcp-server/
  • Type: MCP Server / Team Collaboration Integration
  • GA Release: February 2026 (Official Version)
  • License: Open Source
  • Development Language: TypeScript

Product Description

Slack MCP Server is the official Model Context Protocol server released by Slack, enabling third-party AI assistants (such as Claude, Perplexity, etc.) to securely access Slack workspace content. Through this server, AI agents can search messages, find information, send messages, and manage canvases (Canvas), serving as a core connector for AI-driven enterprise team collaboration. In February 2026, Slack launched the enterprise-grade MCP server official version, with significant improvements in security and governance.

Core Features/Characteristics

  • Message Search: Search for messages, files, members, and channels in Slack
  • Message Sending/Receiving: Retrieve and send messages, manage threaded conversations
  • Canvas Management: Create and share Slack canvases (Canvas)
  • User Information: Access member information, including custom profile fields and statuses
  • Channel Management: Browse and manage channel information
  • File Access: Search and retrieve files within the workspace

Security and Governance

  • Workspace administrators can approve and manage all MCP client integrations
  • Does not bypass Slack's existing permission system
  • Enterprise-grade security and compliance
  • OAuth authorization process ensures secure connections

Business Model

  • MCP Server Free: Provided with Slack workspaces
  • Dependent on Slack Subscription: Requires a paid Slack workspace
  • Claude Integration: Currently available for Claude Team and Enterprise plans

Target Users

  • Enterprise teams and workgroups
  • Knowledge workers using AI-assisted collaboration
  • DevOps and IT teams
  • Project managers and team leaders

Relationship with OpenClaw Ecosystem

Slack MCP Server enables OpenClaw's AI agents to deeply integrate into team collaboration workflows. Through this server, OpenClaw agents can monitor Slack messages, respond to queries, summarize discussions, create work summaries, and more, achieving automated operation of AI agents in team communication scenarios. This is a crucial channel for OpenClaw to connect with enterprise team collaboration tools.

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