Jira MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Jira in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add deepwired-jira -e JIRA_INSTANCE=... -e JIRA_USER_EMAIL=... -e JIRA_API_TOKEN=... -- npx -y mcp-jira-scoped

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "deepwired-jira": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-jira-scoped"
      ],
      "env": {
        "JIRA_INSTANCE": "...",
        "JIRA_USER_EMAIL": "...",
        "JIRA_API_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Jira MCP server do?

Jira MCP server with scoped API tokens via api.atlassian.com gateway

Is the Jira MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Jira run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Jira to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add deepwired-jira -e JIRA_INSTANCE=... -e JIRA_USER_EMAIL=... -e JIRA_API_TOKEN=... -- npx -y mcp-jira-scoped

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