How to Use JIRA and Confluence Together
- George Apostolov
How to Use JIRA and Confluence Together: step-by-step guide
Type
/jirawhile editing and select "Jira Legacy."Search using an issue key, filter, or JQL.
Select issues and customize their display.
Click "Create Jira Issue" to add a new one.
Choose the JIRA server, project, and issue type.
Click "Insert" to connect JIRA with your page.
Quick answer: To connect Jira with your Confluence page, select Jira Legacy using the slash command, search using a key, filter, or JQL, customize the display, and click Insert. Alternatively, create a new issue by choosing your server, project, and issue type before inserting.
About this Jira tutorial
Easily embed and create Jira issues directly in Confluence pages. Search using JQL or filters, customize the display, and connect your work. This guide shows how to use JIRA and Confluence Together in 6 steps, starting with "Type /jira while editing and select 'Jira Legacy'" and finishing with "Click 'Insert' to connect JIRA with your page". 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 use JIRA and Confluence Together?
6 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 Confluence. Related guides: How to use jira for project management, How to use jira for project planning and How to view epics in jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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