How to change slack channel name?
- George Apostolov
How to change slack channel name?: step-by-step guide
Select the channel that you'd like to rename
Click on the channel name in the conversation header
Next to Channel name, click edit
Change the name of the channel and click 'Save Changes' Disclaimer-Only channel owners can edit the channel name
Quick answer: To rename a channel in Slack, select the channel, click its name in the conversation header, click edit next to the channel name, enter the new name, and click Save Changes.
About this Slack tutorial
Easily update and organize your workspace by modifying your Slack channel name in just a few quick steps. This guide shows how to change slack channel name? in 4 steps, starting with "Select the channel that you'd like to rename" and finishing with "Change the name of the channel and click 'Save Changes' Disclaimer-Only channel owners...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Slack interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change slack channel name??
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Slack data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Slack. Related guides: How to Change Slack password?, Slack - Clear Cache and Aha slack integration. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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