Slack: Convert Group Direct Message to Private Channel

Environment

U-M Slack

Issue

How do I convert my group direct message (DM) to a private channel in my U-M Slack workspace?

Resolution

Note: Group DMs that were converted to private channels before July 8, 2025, will show that the channel is "accessible" to all U-M workspaces in the settings. However, these private channels are not findable by other members or admins because they're private. Slack has since changed this process to allow you to select which workspace you want the channel to be connected to.

Refer to the Slack Help Center - Convert a group direct message to a private channel - for full instructions.

  • The conversion from group DM to a private channel can’t be undone.
  • All messages and files in the conversation will be visible to any new members you add to the channel.​​

Additional Information

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