How to Integrate Jira with GitHub
How to Integrate Jira with GitHub: step-by-step guide
Go to the top navigation bar and then click 'Apps'.
Select 'Explore More Apps' from the list of options.
After that, search for 'GitHub' and then select 'GitHub Integration For Jira'.
Tap 'Try It Free' to proceed.
Subsequently, click 'Start Free Trial'.
Head over to the bottom-left corner afterwards and click the 'Configure' button inside the notification window.
Following that, click 'GitHub.com OAuth' and log into your active GitHub account.
Tap 'Authorize GitConnectorApp' to grant the necessary permission.
Re-enter your GitHub password afterwards, then click Confirm.
After completing these steps, your Jira account will be integrated instantly with GitHub.
Quick answer: To integrate GitHub with Jira, go to Apps, explore more apps, and search for GitHub Integration For Jira. Start your free trial, configure the notification window, select GitHub.com OAuth, and log in. Authorize GitConnectorApp, confirm your password, and your Jira and GitHub accounts will instantly connect.
About this Jira tutorial
Connect Jira and GitHub easily by installing the integration, setting up OAuth, and authorizing permissions to link your accounts instantly. This guide shows how to integrate Jira with GitHub in 10 steps, starting with "Go to the top navigation bar and then click 'Apps'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, your Jira account will be integrated instantly with GitHub". 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 integrate Jira with GitHub?
10 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 and GitHub. Related guides: How to Integrate Jira with Gmail, How to Integrate Jira with Google Calendar and How to Integrate Jira with Google Sheets. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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