How to Archive Issues in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Archive Issues in Jira: step-by-step guide
Open the issue you want to archive.
View the 'Issue details' and click the status.
Mark the status as 'Done' by clicking the 'Done' option.
A notification pops up when the completed issue from active views, simulating an archive is marked as 'Done' which the board or backlog filter excluded.
By following these methods, you can effectively manage and archive issues in Jira, ensuring that only relevant and active work is displayed to your team.
Quick answer: To archive issues in Jira, open the target issue, view the Issue details, click the status, and select the Done option. A notification confirms the completed issue is removed from active views based on board or backlog filters.
About this Jira tutorial
Manage active work in Jira by marking issues as Done to remove them from your board and backlog views. This guide shows how to archive Issues in Jira in 5 steps, starting with "Open the issue you want to archive" and finishing with "By following these methods, you can effectively manage and archive issues in Jira, ensu...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Jira interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to archive Issues in Jira?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Jira data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Jira. Related guides: How to Archive Jira Tickets, How to Assign a Task to Multiple Users in Jira and How to attach email to jira ticket. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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