Changelog

Set a custom status to let your teammates know what you're up to.

New Slack-like notifications sidebar with category filtering makes it easier to stay on top of important updates.

Right-click on messages to access quick actions like reply, edit, delete, and more.

Use Cmd+V (or Ctrl+V) to paste files directly into the message composer.

Hover over reaction buttons to see who reacted to a message.

Admins can now delete organizations through the settings.

New streamlined page for setting up your organization.

Easily log into the desktop app by copying your auth code.

Navigate personal settings more easily with the new sidebar.

Messages that fail to send will now automatically retry with exponential backoff.

Inline thread experience has been polished for better usability.

Improved direct message experience with smarter deduplication of group chat creation.

Messages now appear instantly with automatic error recovery if something goes wrong.

Version information in desktop settings now includes icons and badges for clarity.

GitHub App can now connect to multiple organizations properly.

OAuth profile pictures now sync correctly for users with fallback avatars.

Long organization names no longer overflow in the switcher.

Emoji picker now closes properly when clearing editor content.

Fixed display issues with GitHub embeds in messages.

Fixed parsing issues with Linear links.

Notification records now clear correctly when entering a channel.

Fixed issues with the desktop app updater.

Fixed issues when renaming organizations.

Resolved CORS issues affecting Windows desktop login.

You can now rename organizations and perform additional organization actions directly from the app.

The organization join page has been redesigned for a cleaner, more intuitive experience.

New bot management capabilities have been added, giving you more control over bots in your workspace.

When there's only one action available, the DM dialog now opens directly—saving you a click.

Timezone selection now supports full IANA timezone search, making it easier to find your exact timezone.

Webhook avatar fields now validate URLs to help prevent configuration errors.

The sidebar has been completely reworked for better navigation and a cleaner look.

Significant improvements to the desktop app including a better login flow and automatic updates.

Fixed various UI inconsistencies across the app for a more polished experience.

Fixed issues with the desktop app login process.

Improved app responsiveness with React performance optimizations.

Find any message across your workspace with the new search functionality. Search by keywords, users, or channels to quickly locate conversations.

Install Hazel as a PWA on your device for a native app-like experience with offline support and faster load times.

A completely rebuilt desktop app with auto-update capability. Updates now install automatically so you're always on the latest version.

Webhook avatar URLs are now validated to ensure they point to valid images.

Improved login experience in the desktop app with better session handling.

Local development now uses HTTPS for better security testing and feature parity with production.

The version update notification no longer reappears after reloading the page.

Organize your channels into categories for better workspace structure. Group related channels together to keep your sidebar tidy.

Can't find the integration you need? Use the new request integration button to let us know what you'd like to see.

A new CLI tool to help developers set up their local development environment quickly and consistently.

Advanced query support with subqueries for more powerful data operations.

Streamlined onboarding with better mobile support and fewer unnecessary notifications.

The command palette now properly resets its state after creating a channel.

Refreshed documentation with clearer guides and improved navigation.

Fixed emoji icon and ellipsis menu spacing issues in the sidebar for better visual alignment.

Resolved an issue preventing some users from uploading avatars.

Fixed various login issues including handling of invalid or expired sessions.

The contact support button is now fully functional.

Message attachments now use a custom video player for a better viewing experience with improved controls and playback.

A new dedicated interface for managing GitHub integrations, making it easier to connect and configure your repositories.

GitHub integrations now support star events, so you can get notified when your repositories receive new stars.

Connect your Railway projects with new integration support, including status badges for deployments.

OpenStatus webhooks now render as rich embed cards for better visibility of your status updates.

GitHub webhook notifications now display as enhanced embed cards with more context and better formatting.

Fixed an issue where tab active states weren't displaying correctly.

Resolved permission errors that could occur when creating new threads.

Create and join channels directly from the command palette. You can also now switch themes and access more actions without leaving the keyboard.

Set your timezone in your profile and during onboarding. This helps team members know when you're available.

Threads now open in a dedicated sidebar for easier multitasking. You can also rename threads to keep conversations organized.

See where a thread originated from with a new breadcrumb in the chat header.

Webhook-based integrations now show their connected status, making it easier to verify your integrations are working.

Keyboard shortcuts now use Cmd+Option to prevent conflicts with browser shortcuts. The command palette (Cmd+K) now opens reliably.

Keyboard input in the main channel is now properly disabled when a thread is open, preventing accidental message sends.

Various visual refinements for a more polished experience.

Connect your GitHub account to link repositories and collaborate on code directly in Hazel.

New dedicated pages to view and manage all your notifications in one place.

Browse all files and media shared in a channel from a single view.

Share attachments directly without needing to type a message.

Settings are now organized into focused pages for easier navigation.

Notification counts are now more visible and accurate in group channels.

Fixed an issue where some users were redirected incorrectly after logging in.

Various enhancements to keep your data safe.

Code blocks now automatically detect the programming language for proper syntax highlighting.

Long code blocks can now be collapsed to keep your chat tidy.

Crop and adjust your profile picture before uploading with the new image editor.

Simply drag and drop an image to update your profile picture.

All profile settings are now centralized in the settings page for easier access.

Clearer visual feedback when dragging files into the app.

Various security enhancements to keep your data safe.

Fixed an issue where some attachments couldn't be viewed.

Connect your Railway projects and receive deployment notifications directly in Hazel channels.

Monitor your services with OpenStatus and get incident alerts in real-time.

Personalize your channels with emoji icons for quick visual identification.

Hazel now works beautifully on mobile devices with a responsive interface.

Embed text now supports formatting like bold, italic, and code.

Refreshed channel list with improved visual hierarchy and easier navigation.

Easier to set up and manage your channel integrations.

The emoji picker is now bigger and easier to browse.

Fixed issues with creating and displaying message threads.

Resolved errors when setting up webhooks for channels.

Fixed scrollbar appearance on Windows browsers.

Fixed toolbar actions not responding correctly.

Users are now properly redirected after logging in.

Linear issue and project links now display rich previews with status, priority, and team info.

See when your teammates are online, away, or offline with live status indicators.

Type / to access quick commands for common actions like setting your status.

Create incoming webhooks to post messages from external services to any channel.

Preview upcoming integrations and vote for the ones you want most.

Fixed away status not showing correctly in the sidebar.

Fixed embed appearance in dark mode.

Users in a single organization are now logged in directly without extra steps.