How to get jira admin access
- George Apostolov
How to get jira admin access: step-by-step guide
Select the project you want to edit access.
Go to the left-hand side menu and select "Project settings."
Choose "Access" to to manage user permissions and access settings.
Click on "Add people" to add users.
Enter a name, email, or group.
Select the desired role for the newly added user.
Click on "Add" to proceed.
You can edit the roles for each user by clicking the dropdown.
Remember to handle admin access responsibly, as it involves sensitive configuration and security aspects of your Jira instance.
Quick answer: To grant user permissions and access in Jira, select your project and open Project settings. Choose Access, click Add people, and enter a name, email, or group. Select the user role, click Add, and use the dropdown to edit user roles as needed.
About this Jira tutorial
Manage user permissions and assign roles securely in Jira by updating project settings and access controls. This guide shows how to get jira admin access in 9 steps, starting with "Select the project you want to edit access" and finishing with "Remember to handle admin access responsibly, as it involves sensitive configuration and...". 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 get jira admin access?
9 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 Get Linked Issues in Jira Using JQL, How to Get Sprint Number in Jira and How to Group Epics in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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