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How do I connect with Slack?

Connect Slack to allow employees to request and manage leave directly from Slack.

Steps

  1. Go to Settings → Integrations → Slack

    • Navigate to the Slack integration page
  2. Start connection

    • Click Connect or Connect Slack button
    • You'll be redirected to Slack authorization
  3. Authorize Wibby

    • Sign in to your Slack workspace
    • Review the permissions Wibby requests
    • Click Allow to authorize
  4. Select workspace

    • Choose the Slack workspace to connect
    • Confirm the workspace selection
  5. Complete setup

    • Return to Wibby
    • Connection status should show Connected
    • Integration is now active

Required permissions

Wibby needs these Slack permissions:

  • View channels: To post notifications
  • Send messages: To send leave notifications
  • Read user information: To identify users
  • Post to channels: To share leave updates

Admin requirements

  • You may need workspace admin rights to complete authorization
  • Contact your Slack admin if you don't have permission
  • Some organizations restrict app installations

After connection

  • Employees can request leave from Slack
  • Leave approvals appear in Slack
  • Team notifications for leave requests
  • Calendar sync with Slack status

Troubleshooting

  • Connection fails: Check workspace admin permissions
  • Not seeing integration: Refresh the page
  • Permission denied: Contact Slack workspace admin