What are direct messages?

Direct messages allow you to privately message individuals or groups of people in your Workspace using Chat.

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Direct messages are perfect for one-on-one communication or any scenario in which sending a message to a Channel is unnecessary.

Feature availability and limits vary by plan and user role. Learn more

Navigate a direct message

Learn how to navigate a direct message.

Send a direct message

Learn how to send a direct message to someone.

Close direct messages

Finished with a conversation? Learn how to close direct messages.

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