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Jira Software Cloud
Jira Software Cloud
1. Choose trigger event
Slack
Slack
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Jira Software Cloud
Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Issue" from Jira Software Cloud.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Reaction" in Slack.
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Zapier seamlessly connects Jira Software Cloud and Slack, automating your workflow.
Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Users
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Title
Content
Channel ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Send Multi Message
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_edit_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Content Type
Reply Broadcast
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Topic
Required
Topic set by
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status Text
Status Emoji
Expiration Time
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Scheduled As
Required
Scheduled Message ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_delete_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Canvas ID
Required
Operation
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel Name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status_copy
Approval request message
Required
Send message as
Required
Approval type
Required
Zap_id
Include a link to this automation?
Approve button URL
Approve button label
Add decline button
Add details button
Require confirmation
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
First Name
Last Name
Title
Email
Display Name
User
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Stop on error
Required
HTTP Method
Required
URL
Required
Query string parameters
Additional request headers
Body
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Get Message by Timestamp
This action retrieves a specific message from a conversation history in Slack using the message's timestamp.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Retrieve Thread Messages
This action retrieves all the messages sent to a specific thread in a selected channel.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create Private Channel
This action creates a private channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message ID (ts)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Email
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Full Name
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Example actions on this page
Add Attachment to Issue
Add Reaction
Works with
Claude · ChatGPT · Cursor · any MCP-compatible client
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Practical ways you can use Jira Software Cloud and Slack
Notify engineers in Slack about new Jira issues.
Streamline bug and issue tracking by ensuring engineers are instantly informed. When a new issue is created in Jira Software Cloud, Zapier will trigger a notification in a designated Slack channel. This automation helps engineers react faster to critical issues, improving response times and reducing delays in development cycles.
Keep the IT team in the loop about any changes to issues. When an existing issue is updated in Jira, Zapier will send an alert to a specified Slack channel. This ensures your team stays informed, minimizing miscommunication and improving resolution speed.
Notify team in Slack about Jira task status updates.
Maintain transparency across teams by notifying stakeholders of task status changes. Whenever a task in Jira is updated to a different status, Zapier will send a message to a relevant Slack channel. This automation enhances collaboration, reducing project delays by keeping everyone on the same page.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jira Software Cloud + Slack integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Jira Software Cloud and Slack
What is Zapier's role in integrating Jira Software Cloud with Slack?
Our platform provides a connector between Jira Software Cloud and Slack, enabling automated workflows by acting as a bridge between the two apps. With us, you can define triggers and actions to facilitate seamless communication and task management.
How can I set up a trigger for new issues in Jira Software Cloud to be posted in Slack?
You can set up a trigger using our platform that detects new issues created in Jira Software Cloud and automatically posts them as messages in your chosen Slack channel. This ensures your team stays updated without manual intervention.
Can I use Zapier to notify specific Slack channels when an issue status changes in Jira?
Yes, you can create an automation where any changes in the issue status within Jira are instantly relayed to the specific Slack channels of your choice. This helps teams stay informed about project progress.
Is it possible to customize the message content sent from Jira to Slack using Zapier?
Absolutely! We allow you to customize the message content that gets posted in Slack, including details like issue title, description, or any other pertinent information from Jira. This customization enhances clarity and relevance for team notifications.
Are there limits on the number of triggers or actions I can set between Jira Software Cloud and Slack?
The number of triggers or actions you can set up depends on your Zapier plan. While we offer numerous automation possibilities, each plan has its own limits on tasks and Zaps usage per month. Verify your plan for specifics.
How frequently does Zapier check for new data between Jira and Slack?
Our polling times depend on your subscription plan. For most users, we check every 5-15 minutes for new updates or triggers between connected apps like Jira Software Cloud and Slack.
Do I need programming skills to integrate Jira Software Cloud with Slack through Zapier?
No programming skills are necessary! Our user-friendly interface allows you to create workflows called Zaps without needing any coding knowledge—making automation accessible even if you're not technically inclined.
About Jira Software Cloud
Jira Software Cloud is a bug and issue tracking tool that allows software developers to manage product development. This integration connects to cloud-hosted instances of Jira.
Slack is a platform for team communication: everything in one place, instantly searchable, available wherever you go. Offering instant messaging, document sharing and knowledge search for modern teams.
