# \[Optional] Connect via Jira API Token

Follow the instructions below to generate an Atlassian API Token.

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<summary>Create an Atlassian API Token</summary>

1. Open your Atlassian Workspace Security Settings [here](https://id.atlassian.com/manage-profile/security/api-tokens) and click **Create API Token**
2. Enter a name for the token and the latest allowable expiration date. Click **Create** and copy the token that appears.

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Once you're done, head back to [Apps](https://app.violetlabs.com/apps/) in Violet (or [Apps](https://app.violetgov.com/apps/) in VioletGov), click **Show other authentication options**, enter your token, and click **Connect with API Token.**


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