To change the URL associated with your Jira Project, you'll update a specific field within the project's settings designed for external links. This process allows you to link your project to relevant external resources, such as a Confluence space, documentation, or a team's shared drive.
How to Change the URL of a Jira Project
The project URL field in Jira typically refers to an external link displayed on your project's overview or details page, rather than the internal Jira URL that identifies the project within your instance. This is particularly useful for linking to collaborative tools like Confluence where your team might store detailed documentation or team space.
Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these straightforward steps to update your Jira Project's associated URL:
- Navigate to Project Settings: From your Jira project, locate and select Project settings. This option is usually found in the sidebar on the left.
- Access Project Details: Within the Project settings menu, click on Details. This section contains core information about your project, including its name, key, and description.
- Update the URL Field: Find the URL field and enter your desired link. This could be a link to your team's Confluence space, an external documentation site, or any other relevant web address.
- Save Changes: After entering the new URL, ensure you save your changes to apply the update. The specific button might vary slightly depending on your Jira version (e.g., 'Save details' or similar).
Here's a quick reference table for the steps:
| Step | Action | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Select Project settings | Access the administrative controls for your specific project. |
| 2 | Choose Details | Navigate to the section containing the project's general information. |
| 3 | Enter your link | Locate the URL field and type or paste the external web address you wish to associate with your project. |
| 4 | Save | Confirm your changes to update the project's details. |
Understanding the Project URL Field
It's important to understand that the "URL" field within Jira Project settings is primarily for external links that provide additional context or resources for your project. This is not for changing the project's internal Jira key (e.g., from PROJ1 to PROJ2), which requires a different administrative process, nor does it alter the base URL of your Jira instance.
Common uses for this Project URL include:
- Confluence Team Spaces: If your team uses Confluence for documentation, this field is ideal for linking directly to your project's dedicated space or a relevant page.
- External Documentation: Point to third-party documentation, API specifications, or user guides that are crucial for the project.
- Source Code Repositories: Link to the project's code repository (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket).
- Design Prototypes: Provide quick access to design mockups or prototypes stored on platforms like Figma or Adobe XD.
By effectively utilizing this URL field, you can enhance collaboration and ensure all team members and stakeholders have immediate access to critical external information related to your Jira Project.
For more detailed information on configuring project details, you can refer to the official Atlassian support documentation on Configuring a project.
