Share a Bitly resource reference publicly from Slack
When an existing Slack file reference needs to be accessible outside the workspace, enable its public URL from a controlled webhook request.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Share file public url
Enables public sharing for an existing slack file by generating a publicly accessible url; this action does not create new files.
Why this helps
A resource reference may be ready to share externally, but its Slack file setting can block access.
- Enable public access for a specified existing Slack file.
- Use a supplied file ID to target the intended reference.
- Reduce manual steps when a resource is approved for sharing.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Bitly and Slack once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, or tell Notis to create it from any channel.
- 3Describe the outcome in one instruction: enable public sharing for the Slack file ID supplied in the webhook request.
- 4Choose the Notis webhook trigger and where run reports should go.
- 5Test with one existing Slack file approved for public sharing.
Questions about this workflow
Does this action create a new file?
No. It enables public sharing for an existing Slack file and generates a publicly accessible URL.
Does Bitly automatically supply the Slack file ID?
No Bitly trigger event is available. Include the existing Slack file ID in the webhook request.
Will the file be publicly accessible?
Yes. This action enables public sharing. Only use it for a file that is intended to be accessible publicly.
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