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Beyond the core channels, SimpleClaw supports additional messaging platforms through extensions. These channels are available as separate plugins that can be enabled as needed.

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Available Extension Channels

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Matrix

Decentralized communication protocol Matrix is an open standard for decentralized, real-time communication. 
channels:
  matrix:
    enabled: true
    homeserver: "https://matrix.org"
    accessToken: "your-access-token"
Features:
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Federation across servers
  • Group chats and spaces
  • Media support
Channel ID: matrix

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Microsoft Teams

Enterprise collaboration platform Connect SimpleClaw to Microsoft Teams for organizational use. 
channels:
  msteams:
    enabled: true
    # Teams-specific configuration
Features:
  • Teams and channel integration
  • Direct messaging
  • Bot framework integration
Channel ID: msteams

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Google Chat

Google Workspace messaging Integrate with Google Chat for Google Workspace environments. 
channels:
  googlechat:
    enabled: true
    # Google Chat-specific configuration
Features:
  • Spaces and rooms
  • Direct messages
  • Google Workspace integration
Channel ID: googlechat

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Mattermost

Open-source team collaboration Mattermost is a self-hosted Slack alternative. 
channels:
  mattermost:
    enabled: true
    url: "https://your-mattermost.com"
    token: "your-bot-token"
Features:
  • Self-hosted deployment
  • Channels and direct messages
  • Slash commands
  • Webhooks and integrations
Channel ID: mattermost

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IRC

Internet Relay Chat Classic IRC protocol support for connecting to IRC networks. 
channels:
  irc:
    enabled: true
    server: "irc.libera.chat"
    port: 6667
    nick: "SimpleClaw"
    channels:
      - "#simpleclaw"
Features:
  • Multiple network support
  • Channel and private messages
  • SASL authentication
  • SSL/TLS connections
Channel ID: irc

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LINE

Popular messaging app in Asia LINE integration for messaging in Asian markets. 
channels:
  line:
    enabled: true
    channelSecret: "your-channel-secret"
    channelAccessToken: "your-access-token"
Features:
  • Direct and group messages
  • Rich media support
  • Stickers and reactions
Channel ID: line

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Zalo

Vietnamese messaging platform Integrate with Zalo for Vietnamese market communication. 
channels:
  zalo:
    enabled: true
    # Zalo-specific configuration
Features:
  • Official account integration
  • User messaging
  • Vietnamese language support
Channel ID: zaloUser Mode: There’s also a zalouser extension for personal Zalo accounts.

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Synology Chat

Synology NAS chat platform Connect to Synology Chat on Synology NAS devices. 
channels:
  synology-chat:
    enabled: true
    url: "https://your-nas.com"
    token: "your-token"
Features:
  • Private cloud messaging
  • Self-hosted on Synology NAS
  • Channels and direct messages
Channel ID: synology-chat

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Feishu (Lark)

Enterprise collaboration platform Feishu (international brand: Lark) integration for enterprise communication. 
channels:
  feishu:
    enabled: true
    # Feishu-specific configuration
Features:
  • Enterprise messaging
  • Bot integration
  • Asian market focus
Channel ID: feishu

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Nextcloud Talk

Nextcloud integrated chat Chat integration for Nextcloud self-hosted cloud platform. 
channels:
  nextcloud-talk:
    enabled: true
    url: "https://your-nextcloud.com"
    username: "bot-user"
    password: "bot-password"
Features:
  • Self-hosted
  • Video calls integration
  • File sharing
Channel ID: nextcloud-talk

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Nostr

Decentralized social protocol Nostr protocol integration for decentralized messaging. 
channels:
  nostr:
    enabled: true
    relays:
      - "wss://relay.nostr.info"
    privateKey: "your-private-key"
Features:
  • Decentralized protocol
  • Relay-based messaging
  • Cryptographic identity
Channel ID: nostr

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Twitch

Live streaming chat Integrate with Twitch chat for streaming platforms. 
channels:
  twitch:
    enabled: true
    username: "your-bot-name"
    oauth: "oauth:your-token"
    channels:
      - "your-channel"
Features:
  • Chat integration
  • Channel moderation
  • Emotes support
Channel ID: twitch

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BlueBubbles

iMessage alternative client BlueBubbles server integration for iMessage access. 
channels:
  bluebubbles:
    enabled: true
    url: "http://your-server:1234"
    password: "your-password"
Features:
  • iMessage without macOS
  • Remote iMessage server
  • Cross-platform access
Channel ID: bluebubbles

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Tlon (Urbit)

Urbit messaging Integration with Urbit/Tlon decentralized platform. 
channels:
  tlon:
    enabled: true
    # Tlon-specific configuration
Features:
  • Urbit OS integration
  • Peer-to-peer messaging
  • Decentralized identity
Channel ID: tlon

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Voice Channels

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Voice Call

Telephony integration Voice call support through telephony providers (Twilio, Telnyx, Plivo). 
channels:
  voice-call:
    enabled: true
    provider: "twilio"  # or telnyx, plivo
    accountSid: "your-account-sid"
    authToken: "your-auth-token"
    phoneNumber: "+1234567890"
Supported Providers:
  • Twilio
  • Telnyx
  • Plivo
Features:
  • Inbound/outbound calls
  • TTS (text-to-speech)
  • STT (speech-to-text)
  • Interactive voice response
Channel ID: voice-call

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Installing Extension Channels

Most extension channels are included with SimpleClaw. To enable: 
# Check available extensions
simpleclaw extensions list

# Enable specific channel
simpleclaw config set channels.<channel-id>.enabled true

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Extension Development

Developers can create custom channel extensions. Extension channels are located in the extensions/ directory of the SimpleClaw repository. Extension structure: 
extensions/your-channel/
├── src/
│   ├── channel.ts       # Channel plugin implementation
│   └── runtime.ts       # Runtime helpers
├── index.ts             # Plugin entry point
├── package.json         # Extension metadata
└── simpleclaw.plugin.json  # Plugin configuration
Key files:
  • simpleclaw.plugin.json: Declares channel ID and config schema
  • src/channel.ts: Implements ChannelPlugin interface
  • index.ts: Exports plugin for SimpleClaw to load

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Configuration Reference

Each extension channel has its own configuration schema defined in simpleclaw.plugin.json. Check the specific extension directory for:
  • Configuration options
  • Authentication requirements
  • Capability matrix
  • Setup instructions
Extension source code: ~/workspace/source/extensions/<channel-name>/

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Feature Matrix

ChannelDMsGroupsThreadsMediaE2EESelf-Hosted
Matrix✓✓✓✓✓✓
Teams✓✓✓✓——
Google Chat✓✓✓✓——
Mattermost✓✓✓✓—✓
IRC✓✓———✓
LINE✓✓—✓——
Zalo✓✓—✓——
Synology Chat✓✓—✓—✓
Feishu✓✓✓✓——
Nextcloud Talk✓✓—✓✓✓
Nostr✓✓—✓✓✓
Twitch—✓————
BlueBubbles✓✓—✓——
Tlon✓✓—✓✓✓
Voice Call✓——✓——

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Getting Help

For extension-specific issues:
  1. Check extension README: extensions/<channel>/README.md
  2. Review source code: extensions/<channel>/src/
  3. Check SimpleClaw documentation
  4. Open GitHub issue with channel/<channel-name> label

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Next Steps

Core Channels

Learn about core messaging channels

Configuration

Detailed configuration reference

Extension Development

Build custom channel plugins

Security

Configure security policies

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