# Steps to Generate a Jira API Token

In this section, we'll guide you through on how to generate API token in Jira to configure integration.

* **Log in to Jira:** Log in to your Jira account.
* **Click on Your Profile Icon:** On the right side of the Jira dashboard, click on your profile icon (top right corner).

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* **Go to Manage Account:** From the dropdown, select Manage account.

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* **Navigate to Security Settings:** Once on your account management page, click on the Security tab.

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* **Create and Manage API Tokens:** Scroll down to find the API tokens section and click on Create and manage API  tokens.

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* **Click on Create API Token:** On the API tokens page, click the Create API token button.

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* **Name the Token:** A pop-up window will appear. Provide a name for your API token.

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* **Generate and Copy the Token:**&#x20;
  * After naming the token, click on 'Create'.
  * Your API token will be generated and displayed. Copy the token immediately, as it won’t be shown again.

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