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Channels Overview

What are channels in ReelBot?​

Channels are connected social media accounts that ReelBot can publish videos to on your behalf.

They represent:

  • authenticated platform connections
  • publishing destinations
  • permission boundaries

Channels do not create content — they enable distribution.

Why channels exist​

Channels exist to:

  • centralize publishing access
  • avoid repeated logins
  • enforce plan-based limits
  • make publishing predictable and secure

Without channels, publishing is not possible.

Supported platforms​

ReelBot currently supports connecting channels for:

  • X (Twitter)
  • TikTok
  • Instagram
  • YouTube

Where channels are managed​

Channels are managed from the Channels section inside the app.

From there, you can:

  • view connected accounts
  • add new channels
  • remove existing channels
  • see channel limits based on your plan

Connecting a channel​

To connect a channel:

  1. Go to Channels
  2. Click Add Channel
  3. Choose a supported platform
  4. Authenticate with the platform
  5. Grant required permissions

Once connected, the channel becomes available in the Publish Dialog.

Channel permissions​

When you connect a channel, ReelBot receives permission to:

  • publish videos
  • post captions
  • associate media with posts

ReelBot does not:

  • read private messages
  • access analytics beyond publishing status
  • perform actions without your intent

Permissions are limited to publishing only.

Channel limits​

The number of channels you can connect depends on your subscription plan.

Examples:

  • Free plans support limited channels
  • Paid plans support more connected accounts

Current limits are always visible in:

  • the Channels page
  • Subscription & Usage

Removing a channel​

You can remove a channel at any time.

Removing a channel:

  • immediately disables publishing to that account
  • does not delete published posts
  • does not affect drafts or projects

Draft posts using a removed channel will need to be updated before publishing.

Channels and publishing​

To publish a post:

  • at least one channel must be connected
  • the channel must be supported by your plan
  • sufficient post quota must be available

If requirements aren’t met, publishing is blocked gracefully.

Channels and drafts​

Draft posts can exist:

  • without connected channels
  • with channels that are later removed

Publishing validates channel availability at execution time.

Security and ownership​

Channels are:

  • tied to your account
  • isolated from other users
  • revocable at any time

You remain the owner of the connected account at all times.

Common mistakes to avoid​

  • assuming channels auto-publish content
  • connecting more channels than your plan allows
  • removing channels mid-batch without updating drafts
  • forgetting to reconnect expired accounts

Channels enable publishing — they don’t automate intent.

The CreatorOps perspective​

In CreatorOps, integrations should be:

  • explicit
  • permission-bound
  • reversible

Channels give ReelBot just enough access to publish — nothing more.

This keeps workflows scalable and secure.

  • Publishing Overview
  • Publish Dialog
  • Draft Posts
  • Subscription & Usage

Channels are the bridge between creation and reach — connect them intentionally.