Create a Channel
Prerequisites
- Stable Internet: A stable internet connection is required for creating a channel.
Understanding Channel Creation
- Roles: Admins assist the Creator with posting content and channel management, while Followers are passive recipients of updates.
How to Create a Channel
Android
iOS
Web
Android
- Go to the Chats screen.
- Tap the ➕ plus icon.
- Select New channel.
- Upload an image for the channel and enter a name. (Mandatory)
- Enter the channel description. (Optional)
- Select an appropriate channel category. (Mandatory)
- Tap Next.
- A channel link will be auto-generated, edit it if needed.
- Tap Create.
iOS
- Go to the Chats screen.
- Tap the
plus icon.
- Select New channel.
- Upload an image for the channel and enter a name. (Mandatory)
- Enter the channel description. (Optional)
- Select an appropriate channel category. (Mandatory)
- Tap Next.
- A channel link will be auto-generated, edit it if needed.
- Tap Create channel.
Web
- Go to the Chats screen.
- Click the
plus icon in the top right corner of the chat list.
- Select New channel.
- Upload an image for the channel and enter a name. (Mandatory)
- Enter the channel description. (Optional)
- Select an appropriate channel category. (Mandatory)
- Click Next.
- A channel link will be auto-generated, edit it if needed.
- Click Next.
- The channel will be created.
FAQs
1. Can I create more than one Channel?
Yes. You can create multiple Channels, as long as each has a unique name and link.
2. Can I edit my Channel details after creation?
Yes. Channel admins can update the channel name, description, category, and image after the Channel is created.
Yes. Channel admins can update the channel name, description, category, and image after the Channel is created.
3. Who becomes the Channel admin when it is created?
The person who creates the Channel automatically becomes the Creator and primary admin.
The person who creates the Channel automatically becomes the Creator and primary admin.
4. What happens if my preferred Channel link is already taken?
The channel link will be labelled as not available, you will need to enter an available one to proceed.
The channel link will be labelled as not available, you will need to enter an available one to proceed.
5. Can I change a public Channel to private later?
No. Newly created Channels are public and cannot be converted to private. existing private channels can be switched to public, and it cannot be reversed.
No. Newly created Channels are public and cannot be converted to private. existing private channels can be switched to public, and it cannot be reversed.
6. Do followers need approval to join my Channel?
No. Public Channels are open to everyone. Anyone with the Channel link can join.
No. Public Channels are open to everyone. Anyone with the Channel link can join.
7. How many channels can I create?
A user can own up to 25 channels. To create more channels, the user has to leave an existing channel they own.