Can a sns topic be linked to multiple slack channels?

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I currently have a sns topic that is linked to a slack channel in AWS Chatbot. Is it possible to add another slack channel with same topic so i can send messages to that second channel?

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Yes, you can configure as many Slack channels with the same SNS topic as you need. AWS Chatbot allows you to subscribe multiple Slack channels to the same SNS topic, enabling you to send notifications to as many channels as necessary. This flexibility is advantageous for distributing alerts and updates across various teams or individuals within your organization.

To link an Amazon SNS topic to multiple Slack channels using AWS Chatbot, follow these steps:

  1. Go to AWS Chatbot Console: Configure AWS Chatbot for each Slack channel by selecting your workspace and specifying the channels you want to receive notifications.

  2. Subscribe Each Slack Channel to the SNS Topic: In the AWS Chatbot configuration, link each Slack channel to the desired SNS topic.

  3. Check SNS Topic Policies: Ensure the SNS topic's access policy allows AWS Chatbot to publish messages to it, adjusting permissions if necessary.

  4. Test Your Setup: Publish a test message to the SNS topic to confirm it appears in all linked Slack channels.

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answered 2 months ago
  • Thank you! Is it possible to send a message to a specific slack channel if the topic is linked to multiple channels based on some sort of filter?

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