Get started guide for the end user of Microsoft Teams and Jira integration.
Welcome to the Advanced Microsoft Teams Connector for Jira!
Your team is now connected - and so are you. This guide will help you unlock the power of Microsoft Teams + Jira so you can stay updated, share faster, and collaborate better - without switching tools.
Why connect your account?
Once you connect your Jira and Microsoft Teams accounts, you’ll be able to:
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Receive personal notifications about work items related to you
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Discuss work items directly in Microsoft Teams
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Update Jira work items from Teams (add comments, change status, log time, etc.)
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Share work items quickly in chats or channels
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Get reminders about Jira work items
Connect Your Jira and Microsoft Teams Accounts
It only takes a minute to get started:
How to connect:
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Open Microsoft Teams
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Search for “Move Work Forward with Jira” in the Apps section
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Click Add to start a 1:1 chat with the bot
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In the chat, type
connect -
Follow the steps to authorize your Jira account
Need help? View step-by-step instructions →
What you can do next
Once connected, here’s how you can make the most of the integration:
Personal Jira Notifications
Get notified in Teams about work item changes, comments, assignments, and more. ▶️ How to set up personal notifications →
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Reminders
Never miss a deadline — receive scheduled reminders about your work items. |
Discuss Jira Work Items
Start a dedicated Teams thread about a Jira work item — directly from the issue view. |
Update Jira from Teams
Comment, log work, or transition work items right from a Teams chat or channel. |
Share Jira Work Items
Quickly search for and insert Jira work items into your chats and channels. |
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