What is Banter?
This tool integrates directly into Slack, offering features like scheduling icebreakers, customizing questions with inside jokes, and previewing or editing upcoming prompts. It ensures a work-appropriate environment by avoiding sensitive topics and operates with minimal permissions, respecting team privacy. An additional feature includes an AI-powered joke generator accessible via a simple slash command, adding an element of fun to team interactions.
Features
- Handcrafted Icebreakers: Regularly updated prompts including brain teasers, getting to know you questions, opinions/debate, photo sharing, team awards, and polls.
- Custom Icebreakers: Ability to add team-specific inside jokes and references.
- Scheduling & Editing: Preview, edit, schedule, and delete icebreakers.
- AI Powered Jokes: Generate jokes on demand using the "/banter joke" command.
- Slack Integration: Approved app listed in the Slack app directory, operates within a group channel.
- Privacy Focused: Only requests necessary permissions and doesn't access team conversations.
- Work Appropriate Content: Ensures all prompts are suitable for a professional environment.
Use Cases
- Improving team cohesion in remote or hybrid work environments.
- Facilitating informal communication and connection within Slack channels.
- Onboarding new team members and helping them integrate.
- Boosting team morale with fun, interactive games and jokes.
- Running regular team-building activities with minimal setup.
FAQs
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What happens when the 21 day free trial is over? Will I be charged?
No, Banter does not ask for a credit card for trials. The account will automatically default to the Free subscription after the trial ends. -
What if we need more than 21 days to try Banter?
You can contact Banter support via email ([email protected]) to discuss extending the trial period. -
Can we cancel the subscription at any time?
Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time by going to the billing section and selecting cancel. -
What’s the difference between the monthly and annual subscription?
The features are the same, but the annual subscription offers a 20% discount compared to the monthly plan, billed once for the year. -
Is Banter approved by Slack?
Yes, the Banter app has been approved by Slack and is listed in the Slack app directory.