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Slack Integration Coming Q1 2025

Receive real-time DNS change notifications in your Slack workspace.

Overview

The DNS Check Slack integration brings DNS monitoring directly into your team's Slack workspace. Get instant notifications about DNS changes, verify modifications, and collaborate with your team—all without leaving Slack.

Features

  • Real-time notifications in your chosen Slack channels
  • Interactive buttons for quick actions
  • Rich message formatting with detailed change information
  • Channel-specific notification rules
  • Team collaboration through thread discussions

Setting Up Slack Integration

  1. Add to Slack

    Click the "Add to Slack" button in Settings > Notifications > Slack.

    Add DNS Check to Slack
  2. Authorize the app

    Review and approve the requested permissions for DNS Check.

    Authorize DNS Check
  3. Configure channels

    Select which Slack channels should receive notifications.

Notification Settings

Customize your Slack notifications:

  • Channel Configuration
    • Choose different channels for different domains
    • Set up dedicated channels for critical changes
    • Configure notification rules per channel
  • Notification Types
    • DNS record changes
    • Provider verification status
    • Domain expiration warnings
    • SSL certificate alerts
    • System updates
  • Message Format
    • Compact messages for minor changes
    • Detailed messages for significant updates
    • Interactive buttons for common actions

Interactive Features

The Slack integration includes interactive features:

  • Quick Actions

    Buttons to verify changes, view details, or dismiss notifications.

    Slack quick actions
  • Slash Commands

    Use commands like:

    • /dnscheck status domain.com - Check domain status
    • /dnscheck verify domain.com - Verify DNS records
    • /dnscheck history domain.com - View recent changes
  • Thread Discussions

    Collaborate with your team in notification threads to discuss and coordinate responses to DNS changes.

Pro Tip

Create a dedicated #dns-monitoring channel for DNS Check notifications to keep your DNS-related discussions organized and searchable.

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

  • "App not responding"

    Ensure DNS Check has the necessary permissions in your Slack workspace. Try removing and re-adding the integration.

  • Missing notifications

    Check channel configurations and ensure DNS Check has permission to post in the selected channels.

  • Interactive buttons not working

    Verify that your Slack workspace settings allow interactive components and that DNS Check has the required permissions.

Security

The Slack integration is designed with security in mind:

  • OAuth 2.0 authentication
  • Minimal required permissions
  • No sensitive data in notifications
  • Audit logs for all actions taken through Slack

Need help?

Our support team is here to help you get set up. Contact us if you have any questions.