How to create a VKontakte community. Guide for cross-posting
Create a VK community and connect it to the bot.
Create communityHow to set up
Open VKontakte
Go to vk.com or open the VK mobile app. Log into your account. You can create a community from any device - computer, phone, or tablet.
Create a new community
In the left menu, click 'Communities', then 'Create Community' (button in the top-right corner). In the mobile app, go to the 'Communities' section and tap '+' or 'Create'.
Choose the community type
VK offers several types: 'Business', 'Brand or Organization', 'Thematic Community', 'Interest Group', 'Public Page'. For content cross-posting, a 'Public Page' or 'Thematic Community' works best - they allow publishing on behalf of the community.
Configure the community
Set the name, description, and topic. Upload an avatar and cover image - this builds subscriber trust. In settings, enable the 'Wall' in 'Open' or 'Limited' mode and make sure posting on behalf of the community is allowed.
Authorize VK in Crosslybot
Open @crosslybot in Telegram and go to target settings. Select 'Add VK' - the bot will prompt you to authorize via VK OAuth. After authorization, select your community from the list. Crosslybot will receive a token for publishing and will start automatically sending posts from Telegram to your VK community.
FAQ
Which VK community type is best for cross-posting?
We recommend a 'Public Page' for cross-posting - it allows publishing posts on behalf of the community and is well-indexed by VK search. Groups also work, but public pages look more professional.
Do I need to be the community owner?
Yes, to authorize through Crosslybot you must be an administrator or owner of the VK community. Only a user with admin rights can issue a token for publishing on behalf of the community.
Will images and formatting be preserved?
Yes, Crosslybot transfers text, images, videos, and links to VK. Formatting is adapted for VK: markdown is converted, media files are uploaded automatically. If needed, AI can additionally adapt the text style for the VK audience.
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