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How to Create a Jira API Token

Updated on:
May 25, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to generate and copy a Jira API token in minutes.

Quick summary

A Jira API token lets you securely authenticate third-party tools and scripts with your Atlassian account. You can create and manage API tokens directly from your Jira account security settings in just a few clicks.


Steps

  1. In your Jira space, head to the top-right corner and click your Profile icon.
  2. Choose Account Settings to proceed.
  3. Click the Security tab in your account settings.
  4. Scroll down to the API Tokens section, then click Create and Manage API Tokens.
  5. Click the Create API Token button to proceed.
  6. Enter a unique name for your Jira API token and set an expiry date.
  7. Click Create to generate the token.
  8. Once created, tap the Copy button to save your new Jira API token to your preferred location.

📌 Why this matters

Jira API tokens are essential for developers and teams who need to securely connect third-party apps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation scripts to their Atlassian workspace without exposing account passwords. Generating a Jira API token takes under two minutes and gives you granular control over access, including the ability to set expiry dates and revoke tokens at any time. This makes Jira API token management a critical security practice for any team using Jira for project tracking and software development.
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