# Add a channel to your bot

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The [DRAFT and LIVE ](https://docs.chatlayer.ai/publish/publishing-your-bot)versions of your bot use each their own channels. It means that if you add a channel to your DRAFT version for testing, you will need to add another channel to your LIVE version after you [published](https://docs.chatlayer.ai/publish/publishing-your-bot) your bot for the first time.
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To add a channel to your bot:

1. Go to your [**Channels**](https://docs.chatlayer.ai/navigation/multi-channel) tab.

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2. Click on the **Add channel** button at the top-right corner.

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3. Search for a channel or select one.
4. Click **Next**.
5. Follow the steps depending on the [channel that you chose](#available-channels).