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1. Choose trigger event
YouTube
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2. Choose action
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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Public Message Posted Anywhere" from Slack.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Video to Playlist" in YouTube.
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Zapier seamlessly connects Slack and YouTube, automating your workflow.
Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Users
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Title
Content
Channel ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Send Multi Message
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_edit_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Content Type
Reply Broadcast
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Topic
Required
Topic set by
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status Text
Status Emoji
Expiration Time
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Thumbnail_size_copy
Video_id
Required
Thumbnail
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Search Query
Channel ID
Order Results By
Published After
Published Before
Video Duration
Video Definition
Video Dimension
Video Caption
Video License
Safe Search
Region Code
Relevance Language
Video Category ID
Max Results
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Use Slack and YouTube with AI agents and code
Beyond Zap workflows. Call Slack and YouTube actions directly from your AI client or your codebase, using the same 9,000+ app integrations Zapier already runs.
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Connect via Zapier MCP
Expose Slack and YouTube actions as tools in any MCP client. Authenticate once, then call them in natural language.
Example actions on this page
Add Reaction
Add Video to Playlist
Works with
Claude · ChatGPT · Cursor · any MCP-compatible client
There is no Python package yet. SDK is TypeScript-only (@zapier/zapier-sdk). The MCP server URL is personal to your account; get it at zapier.com/mcp.
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Practical ways you can use Slack and YouTube
Notify Slack of new YouTube videos
Keep your team informed about new video content. When a new video is uploaded to your YouTube channel, Zapier will automatically post a notification in a specific Slack channel. This ensures the team is aware of updates to your video library, helping with timely promotions or internal awareness.
Enhance collaboration between marketing teams by automatically sharing new YouTube video uploads into a Slack channel. This ensures that marketing campaigns aligned with video content stay coordinated and allow team members to share ideas or feedback, improving team cohesion and awareness.
Stay updated on client or stakeholder uploaded videos. Whenever a new video is published on YouTube, Zapier will send a Slack notification to your project-focused channel, streamlining your team's ability to review, provide feedback, or adjust timelines based on content availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Slack + YouTube integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Slack and YouTube
How do I get started with integrating Slack and YouTube through your platform?
To integrate Slack with YouTube using our platform, you'll first need to create an account. Once logged in, navigate to the 'Make a Zap' page, where you can set up triggers and actions between Slack and YouTube. You'll be prompted to authenticate both your Slack and YouTube accounts to establish a connection.
What triggers are available for the Slack and YouTube integration?
Our integration allows you to use triggers such as new messages posted in specific Slack channels or direct messages. For YouTube, you can trigger actions based on new video uploads or when a video reaches a certain number of views.
Can I automate posting new YouTube videos to a specific channel on Slack?
Yes, you can automate this process by setting up an action in our platform that posts newly uploaded videos on your YouTube channel directly into your chosen Slack channel. You'll need to configure the appropriate trigger on YouTube and set the action for your desired Slack channel.
Is it possible to send a message via Slack when someone comments on my YouTube video?
While our current triggers don't include monitoring individual comments, you can receive notifications for significant engagement metrics like reaching new milestones of comments on a video. For specific comment alerts, manual checks or third-party tools might still be necessary.
Are there limitations regarding which videos I can track from my YouTube account?
You can set up tracking for videos uploaded by any authenticated account linked within our platform. However, limitations may exist if the content is private or unavailable due to regional restrictions imposed by YouTube.
Do I need any special permissions in my organization’s Slack workspace to set up this integration?
Typically, you'll need permission from your workspace administrator if you're not one yourself, especially if installing apps or creating channels within the workspace. It's advisable to check with your admin regarding access permissions before setting up the integration.
How secure is the integration between Slack and YouTube on your platform?
We prioritize security by using OAuth authentication for connecting both services securely without sharing passwords. Additionally, we adhere strictly to data privacy protocols so that data transfer between Slack and YouTube happens safely through encrypted channels.
About Slack
Slack is a platform for team communication: everything in one place, instantly searchable, available wherever you go. Offering instant messaging, document sharing and knowledge search for modern teams.
YouTube allows billions of people to discover, watch and share originally-created videos. YouTube provides a forum for people to connect, inform, and inspire others across the globe and acts as a distribution platform for original content creators and advertisers large and small.
