Easy Tech TutsHow to Use Jira and Confluence Together Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Documentation and project tracking work best when they're connected rather than living in separate silos. This guide covers connecting Jira and Confluence, linking issues to pages, and embedding Jira reports so both tools stay in sync.
01Connect Jira and Confluence
Make sure both products are linked under the same Atlassian site so they can reference each other's content.
02Link issues to pages
From a Confluence page, link relevant Jira issues so readers can see live status without leaving the documentation.
03Embed Jira reports
Add a Jira macro to a Confluence page to embed live reports or roadmaps directly alongside your written documentation.
04Apply collaboration best practices
Keep documentation and issues cross-referenced consistently so both platforms stay useful as a single source of truth.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use Jira and Confluence together?
Connect both products under the same Atlassian site, then link Jira issues to Confluence pages and embed reports using macros.
Can I embed a live Jira roadmap in a Confluence page?
Yes, using the Jira macro in Confluence you can embed live reports and roadmaps that stay updated automatically.
Who benefits from linking Jira and Confluence?
Project managers, product owners, and technical writers benefit from keeping documentation and development work connected.
Does linking a Jira issue to a Confluence page update automatically?
Yes, linked issues reflect their live status, so the Confluence page stays current without manual updates.
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