Hey @dfresh527,
I understand you're encountering an error, and I can help guide you through the complete process to create a Slack app and retrieve conversation history. Here's a step-by-step overview:
1. Create a Slack App
Start by creating a new app in the Slack API Dashboard under your desired workspace.
2. Configure OAuth & Permissions
- Go to the app settings.
- Navigate to OAuth & Permissions.
- Add your Redirect URL as shown below:
3. Add Required Scopes
Under OAuth & Permissions, add the following scopes needed to access conversation history:
4. Install the App in Your Workspace
Once the app is configured, install it in your workspace. Be sure to also:
- Add the app to the Slack channel where you want to retrieve messages.
- This can be done from the Slack channel integration settings:
5. API Access – No Need for Client ID or Secret
When making API calls to retrieve conversation history, you do not need to include your Client ID or Secret—only your access token is required.
Here’s a screenshot of how my API call is set up:
