Introduction

In this guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of integrating your VK (VKontakte) channel with your UChat workspace.

This connection allows seamless communication and management of your VK community directly from UChat, enhancing your social media automation and customer engagement strategies.

Detailed Step-by-Step Process

1. Accessing VK from UChat

• Navigate to VK in UChat:
  From the left-hand menu in UChat, select VK.
  You will see an option indicating an existing connection or the ability to create a new one.

• Existing Connection:
  If a VK chatbot is already connected, it will be displayed here.
  To establish a new connection, proceed with the following steps.

2. Creating a New VK Community

• Start a New Community:
  Click on "Create New Community" within the VK section.

• Select Community Type:
  Choose "Business" to facilitate professional management and API access.

• Configure Community Details:

  • Name: Enter a descriptive name for your community.

  • Subject: Select or specify the community's focus or category.

  • Description: Provide a brief overview of your community's purpose.

• Finalize Creation:
  Click "Create Community" to proceed.

3. Adding Contact Information & Inviting Members

• Contact Details:
  After creation, you'll be prompted to add contact information—such as email or phone number—to facilitate communication.

• Invite Friends (Optional):
  You can invite friends to join your community at this stage, but for now, you can skip this step and continue.

4. Accessing Community Management Settings

• Navigate to Manage:
  Inside your community, scroll down and select "Manage".

• API Usage:
  Within the manage section, locate and click "API Usage".

5. Generating an Access Token

• Create Access Token:
  Click on "Create Access Token".

• Set Permissions:
  Assign "All Access" permissions to this token to enable full API functionality.

• Confirm Action:
  Confirm your choice when prompted to generate the token.

• Copy Token:
  Once generated, copy the access token—you will need it for U-Jet.

6. Linking VK with UChat

• Insert Access Token:
  Return to UChat and paste the access token into the designated field.

• Retrieve Group ID:
  To find your Group ID:

  • Go back to your community in VK.

  • Navigate to "Manage".

  • The Group ID appears directly in the URL (the numeric part).

  • Copy this number.

• Enter Group ID:
  Paste the Group ID into UChat’s configuration.

7. Finalizing the Connection

• Complete Setup:
  After entering both the access token and group ID, save your settings.

• Verification:
  Ensure the connection is successful by checking for confirmation messages or test messages.

Outro: Benefits and Tips

Connecting your VK channel to UChat unlocks numerous advantages:

• Streamlined Communication:
  Manage messages, comments, and community interactions from a centralized platform.

• Automation:
  Automate responses, broadcast messages, and handle inquiries efficiently.

• Analytics & Insights:
  Gain valuable data on community engagement and growth.

Pro Tips

• Secure Your Tokens:
  Keep your access tokens confidential to prevent unauthorized access.

• Regular Updates:
  Periodically review and regenerate tokens to maintain security.

• API Permissions:
  Assign only necessary permissions to minimize security risks.

• Community Management:
  Regularly monitor your VK community for spam or inappropriate content.