Create a persistent chat category

Categories determine which users can create or join group discussions. Users can be members of multiple categories.
  • Verify that persistent chat is enabled in your Skype for Business environment. For instructions, see your Skype for Business documentation.
  • Make sure that you have permissions to create categories on the Skype for Business Server.
  1. For instructions on creating persistent chat categories, visit the Microsoft Technet Library and view Manage categories in Persistent Chat Server in Skype for Business Server.
  2. Make sure to select the following category permissions:
    • Enable invitations
    • Enable File upload
    • Enable Chat history
  3. In the Membership section, complete the following membership information:
    • Allowed members: Add all users and user groups that users might want to add as managers and members in a group discussion.
    • Creators: Add all users to allow users to create group discussions.