# bolt-python (Slack Bolt)

> Updated 2026-09-03 · type: tool · category: chat-helpdesk · status: active · rev 1

~1300 stars; complements python-slack-sdk; Official Slack Bolt framework (Events API, Socket Mode, slash commands). Auth via bot/app tokens + OAuth. No ToS…

- Open source: yes (MIT)
- Self-hostable: yes
- Pricing model: free
- Best for: Developers who want to build Slack apps in Python using the latest Slack platform features.
- Last verified: 2026-09-04

- **Canonical:** https://gtmstacker.com/registry/tool/bolt-python-slack-bolt/
- **Source:** [github · github.com/slackapi](https://github.com/slackapi/bolt-python)
- **Tags:** chat-helpdesk, messaging-chat-platforms
- **Repository:** https://github.com/slackapi/bolt-python

## Is bolt-python (Slack Bolt) open source?

Yes — MIT-licensed.

## How much does bolt-python (Slack Bolt) cost?

It is free to use.

## Can I self-host bolt-python (Slack Bolt)?

Yes — it can be self-hosted.


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~1300 stars; complements python-slack-sdk; Official Slack Bolt framework (Events API, Socket Mode, slash commands). Auth via bot/app tokens + OAuth. No ToS risk.