Integrating Jira with Confluence for Project Status Updates

[Fahad Sarwar]

We are currently using the free plan of Jira, and I need to set up an automatic integration between Jira and Confluence. The goal is to display the project status for the our project on a Confluence page and ensure its updated in real-time from Jira. This page should be accessible to stakeholders without needing manual updates.

Specifically, I need help with the following:

1. How do I create a "Plan on a Page" for our project in Confluence, summarizing key milestones, goals, and timelines?
2. How do I set up Jira-Confluence integration for project status updates, given that we are on a free plan?
3. What are the limitations of Jira and Confluence integration on the free plan, and how can we work around them if necessary?
4. How can I configure permissions so that stakeholder can view the Confluence page without needing access to Jira?

I need immediate assistance as we are planning to showcase the integration next week. Any advice, step-by-step guidance, or links to relevant documentation would be greatly appreciated!

[Teresa_DevSamurai]

Hi @Fahad Sarwar

Yes, you can integrate Jira and Confluence to track project status automatically, even on the free plan

• Create a "Plan on a Page": Use Confluence templates like the Project Plan or Jira Report template. For real-time updates, use the Jira Issue/Filter Macro to display live Jira data.

• Set up Jira-Confluence Integration: In Jira, go to Project Pages and connect your Confluence space. Then, add a Jira Issue/Filter Macro on your Confluence page to embed specific Jira issues or filters. For details, see Integrate Jira with Confluence.

• Limitations on the Free Plan: You can’t use advanced automation, but Smart Links and Jira shortcuts in Confluence allow easy navigation. To work around user limits, enable Anonymous Access in Space Permissions so stakeholders can view the page without Jira access. See Space Permissions.

• Permissions for Stakeholders: Set up Anonymous Access in Confluence so that non-Jira users can view the project page directly.