MCP Atlassian is a Model Context Protocol server that integrates Atlassian products into AI assistants and code editors.
The tool solves the problem of connecting AI assistants to Jira and Confluence by implementing the MCP standard, allowing Claude, Cursor, and other compatible clients to query issues, search documentation, create tickets, and update statuses through natural language. It works by exposing Atlassian APIs through MCP tools that AI assistants can invoke, supporting both Cloud and Server/Data Center deployments with multiple authentication methods including API tokens, personal access tokens, and OAuth 2.0.
Teams using Jira and Confluence with AI-powered development workflows should consider this tool, particularly those already using Claude Desktop or Cursor. It suits projects where developers need to interact with Atlassian products without leaving their IDE or chat interface. The tool supports Confluence Cloud, Jira Cloud, and Server/Data Center versions of both products, with documented compatibility for Confluence Server/Data Center v6.0 and above and Jira Server/Data Center v8.14 and above. Installation options include uvx, Docker, pip, and installation from source.
Almost all open issues are raised by outside users rather than the core team, indicating a substantial base of adopters reporting real-world use. Maintainers typically respond to new issues and pull requests within a few days. Work in the issue tracker is dominated by bug reports, enhancement requests, and user questions.
