Team Chat

Real-time messaging with channels and direct messages.

Written by Exportlab · Updated March 2026

Overview

Team Chat keeps internal communication inside Exportlab, with direct links to galleries and videos.

Channels & direct messages

  • Channels are group conversations for projects or teams.
  • Direct messages are private conversations between specific members.

How to use it

1

Open Team Chat

Go to Team Chat in the sidebar.

2

Create a conversation

Click + to start a channel or direct message.

3

Send messages

Messages arrive in real time for all members.

Linking to work

Messages can include galleries or video projects as preview cards.

Permissions

  • Full Access members can create channels and send messages.
  • Read Only members can view but not post.

Notes

  • Chat history is retained while the account is active.
  • Messages are not end-to-end encrypted.