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# Authenticating Jira

You can authenticate Jira using the following methods:

* [Cloud Authentication](#cloud-authentication)
* [Data Center Version](#data-center-authentication)

### Cloud Authentication

When the Cloud option is selected in Avo Assure while authenticating Jira, it connects to the instance hosted and managed by Atlassian. This removes the need for server management, ensures automatic updates, and gives quick access to new features. Cloud is easy to set up, requires less maintenance, and includes built-in compliance certifications.

#### For Cloud authentication, perform the following actions:

1. On the **Home page,** under **Projects**, select the required **Project**.
2. Select **Manage Integrations.**
3. Select **Test Management** tab, and then select **Jira** option.
4. In the **Username** text box, enter the **username**.
5. In the **API Token** text box, enter the **API Token**.
6. In the **URL** text box, enter the **Atlassian URL**.

7\. Select **Remember Credentials** checkbox to store your credentials.

8\. Select the **Login** button to complete the authentication.

{% hint style="info" %}
**Note:** Select the **Reset** button to clear all input values.
{% endhint %}

### Data Center Authentication

#### For Data Center authentication, perform the following actions:

1. On the **Home page**, under **Projects**, select the required **Project**.
2. Select **Manage Integrations**.
3. Select **Test Management** tab, and then select **Jira** option.
4. In the **Username** text box, enter the **username**.
5. In the **PAT** text box, enter the **personal access token.**
6. In the **URL** text box, enter the **Atlassian URL**.
7. Select **Remember Credentials** checkbox to store your credentials.
8. Select the **Login** button to complete the authentication.

{% hint style="info" %}
**Note:** Select the **Reset** button to clear all input values.
{% endhint %}


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