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How to Integrate Slack with Jira

Native vs Make vs n8n vs Relay — setup time, cost & field mapping

Integration Status

Slack (Communication) has a native integration with Jira (Project Management). Sync Slack messages and comments to Jira issues for unified project tracking and automated task assignment. Typical setup takes around 30 minutes.

Note: We've identified 1 known limitation with this integration. See known limitations below for details.

Data Flow Architecture

Slack Slack
→ One-Way
Standard API Latency
Jira Jira
API Tier
REST API v3
Auth Method
OAuth 2.0
Rate Limits
Standard SaaS Limits

Integration Overview

Connect Slack to Jira and automate issue tracking. Sync messages, comments, and assignments to streamline workflows and reduce manual entry.

Primary Use Case

Sync Slack messages and comments to Jira issues for unified project tracking and automated task assignment.

Setup Complexity

medium

Typical Setup Time

30 minutes

💰 Cost Estimator

Calculate your monthly automation cost based on data volume

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💡 Tip: Make is best for complex logic and data transformations. n8n is great if you need privacy and self-hosted control. Relay adds manager approval gates—perfect for sensitive financial or legal data transfers. Pabbly Connect offers unlimited tasks at a flat rate—ideal for high-volume workflows on a budget.

Known Limitations & Errors

mediumVery High
Bug reports reported in Slack are lost; no Jira ticket created.
View Fix →

Recommended Integration Path

Slack to Jira is a setup workflow.

This pair usually requires custom mapping (All Hub Tools (Slack, HubSpot, Sheets, Salesforce) Integrate With ALL Other Tools. These Are Money Pages.), so an automation layer is needed between Slack and Jira.

Primary Recommendation: Make for Fast Automation

Make is the fastest way to map fields and automate Slack -> Jira without custom code.

  • Visual scenarios with branch logic and filters
  • Strong data mapping and transformation controls
  • Reliable fallback path when native sync is limited
Start with Make

Budget Alternative: Pabbly Connect

Pabbly Connect is a one-time payment automation tool — ideal for Slack → Jira workflows without monthly fees.

  • One-time pricing with unlimited tasks
  • 1,000+ app integrations including most SaaS tools
  • Good fit for teams on tight automation budgets
Try Pabbly Connect

Integration Solutions

Choose the right tool for your requirements:

Platform Cost
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Native
Free
Free
Included
Make
$9–99/mo
Budget-Friendly
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✨ Fastest to Deploy

Use Make to get running in 15–45 minutes. Map fields, transform data, and connect dozens of apps without touching code. Best for startups and fast iterations.

👤 Require Human Sign-Off

Add Relay on top of any solution to require approval before syncing. Perfect for finance, legal, or compliance—let humans make the final call before data moves.

🔐 Maximum Control

Deploy n8n on your own servers for zero cloud dependencies. Full data residency, unlimited customization, and complete audit trails—essential for healthcare, finance, and GDPR compliance.

Ready to automate? We have a template for you.

Real workflow

Automate Customer Support Issue Resolution using AI Text Classifier — copy this blueprint, open n8n, paste it in, and your workflow is live.

n8n
slack-jira-blueprint.json
{
  "meta": {
    "instanceId": "408f9fb9940c3cb18ffdef0e0150fe342d6e655c3a9fac21f0f644e8bedabcd9"
  },
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      "name": "OpenAI Chat Model",
      "type": "@n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.lmChatOpenAi",
      "position": [
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      ],
      "parameters": {
        "model": "gpt-4o-mini",
        "options": {}
      },
      "credentials": {
        "openAiApi": {
          "id": "8gccIjcuf3gvaoEr",
          "name": "OpenAi account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "e2923385-2f73-439c-9d5c-5a3c560993cb",
      "name": "OpenAI Chat Model1",
      "type": "@n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.lmChatOpenAi",
      "position": [
        2040,
        420
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "model": "gpt-4o-mini",
        "options": {}
      },
      "credentials": {
        "openAiApi": {
          "id": "8gccIjcuf3gvaoEr",
          "name": "OpenAi account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "c24728f9-73b9-45f7-9c4e-aee872c59714",
      "name": "OpenAI Chat Model3",
      "type": "@n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.lmChatOpenAi",
      "position": [
        3180,
        -80
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "model": "gpt-4o-mini",
        "options": {}
      },
      "credentials": {
        "openAiApi": {
          "id": "8gccIjcuf3gvaoEr",
          "name": "OpenAi account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "0bc19e46-4a65-45fb-9571-d1f00d204c63",
      "name": "OpenAI Chat Model4",
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      "position": [
        2060,
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      ],
      "parameters": {
        "model": "gpt-4o-mini",
        "options": {}
      },
      "credentials": {
        "openAiApi": {
          "id": "8gccIjcuf3gvaoEr",
          "name": "OpenAi account"
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      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "0c631234-125d-476b-b97a-2837d6a32f2b",
      "name": "Schedule Trigger",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.scheduleTrigger",
      "position": [
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      ],
      "parameters": {
        "rule": {
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    },
    {
      "id": "96c9931d-d286-42f8-9629-2641eaa368b9",
      "name": "Get Issue Comments",
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      "position": [
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        -180
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "options": {},
        "issueKey": "={{ $json.key }}",
        "resource": "issueComment",
        "operation": "getAll"
      },
      "credentials": {
        "jiraSoftwareCloudApi": {
          "id": "IH5V74q6PusewNjD",
          "name": "Jira SW Cloud account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "18a2770d-5240-4837-8837-4821f73ec560",
      "name": "Close Issue",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.jira",
      "position": [
        2660,
        -741
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "issueKey": "={{ $('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.key }}",
        "operation": "update",
        "updateFields": {
          "statusId": {
            "__rl": true,
            "mode": "list",
            "value": "31",
            "cachedResultName": "Done"
          }
        }
      },
      "credentials": {
        "jiraSoftwareCloudApi": {
          "id": "IH5V74q6PusewNjD",
          "name": "Jira SW Cloud account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "83e81448-26c7-4c29-a17a-409c53e05881",
      "name": "Send Reminder",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.jira",
      "position": [
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        -220
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "comment": "={{ $json.text }}\n(this is an automated message)",
        "options": {},
        "issueKey": "={{ $('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.key }}",
        "resource": "issueComment"
      },
      "credentials": {
        "jiraSoftwareCloudApi": {
          "id": "IH5V74q6PusewNjD",
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    {
      "id": "5fed9245-4af9-4de7-b021-750d2ba39e63",
      "name": "Join Comments",
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      "position": [
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      ],
      "parameters": {
        "options": {},
        "aggregate": "aggregateAllItemData"
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "34712dd3-0348-4709-8a68-07279242910c",
      "name": "Add Autoclose Message",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.jira",
      "position": [
        2460,
        -561
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "comment": "=Autoclosing due to inactivity. Please create a new ticket if you require additional support. Thank you!\n(this is an automated message)",
        "options": {},
        "issueKey": "={{ $('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.key }}",
        "resource": "issueComment"
      },
      "credentials": {
        "jiraSoftwareCloudApi": {
          "id": "IH5V74q6PusewNjD",
          "name": "Jira SW Cloud account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "c43a3b66-838b-4970-a85f-dc0370437388",
      "name": "Ask For Feedback Message",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.jira",
      "position": [
        2460,
        -741
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "comment": "=[~accountid:{{ $('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.reporter_accountId }}]\n\nWe think the issue is resolved so we're autoclosing it. If you've been satisified with our service, please leave us a 5 start review here: [link](link/to/review_site)\n\nPlease feel free to create another ticket if you need further assistance.\n(this is an automated message)",
        "options": {},
        "issueKey": "={{ $('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.key }}",
        "resource": "issueComment"
      },
      "credentials": {
        "jiraSoftwareCloudApi": {
          "id": "IH5V74q6PusewNjD",
          "name": "Jira SW Cloud account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "3223ce45-9e5e-471c-9015-75e9f28088e9",
      "name": "Simplify Thread For AI",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.set",
      "position": [
        1108,
        -180
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "options": {},
        "assignments": {
          "assignments": [
            {
              "id": "f65c5971-c90d-47f2-823f-37fd03d8e9c7",
              "name": "thread",
              "type": "array",
              "value": "={{\n$json.data.map(comment => {\n const { accountId, displayName } = comment.author;\n\n const message = comment.body.content.map(item =>\n `<${item.type}>${item.content\n .filter(c => c.text || c.content)\n .map(c => c.content\n ? c.content\n .filter(cc => c.text || c.content)\n .map(cc => cc.text)\n .join(' ')\n : c.text\n )}</${item.type}>`\n ).join('');\n return `${displayName} (accountId: ${accountId}) says: ${message}`;\n})\n\n}}"
            },
            {
              "id": "7b98b2db-3417-472f-bea2-a7aebe30184c",
              "name": "topic",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{\n[\n `title: ${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.title}`,\n `original message: ${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.description.replaceAll(/\\n/g, ' ')}`,\n `reported by: ${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.reporter}`\n].join('\\n')\n}}"
            }
          ]
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 3.4
    },
    {
      "id": "e6f91099-1fe6-4930-8dda-b19330edb599",
      "name": "Solution Found?",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.if",
      "position": [
        2440,
        220
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "options": {},
        "conditions": {
          "options": {
            "version": 2,
            "leftValue": "",
            "caseSensitive": true,
            "typeValidation": "strict"
          },
          "combinator": "and",
          "conditions": [
            {
              "id": "0e71783b-3072-421a-852c-58940d0dd7cd",
              "operator": {
                "type": "boolean",
                "operation": "true",
                "singleValue": true
              },
              "leftValue": "={{ $json.output.solution_found }}",
              "rightValue": ""
            }
          ]
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 2.2
    },
    {
      "id": "696348a5-c955-47eb-ab44-f56652587944",
      "name": "Reply to Issue",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.jira",
      "position": [
        2760,
        220
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "comment": "=Hey there!\n{{ $('KnowledgeBase Agent').item.json.output.response }}\nWe'll close this issue now but feel free to create a new one if needed.\n(this is an automated message)",
        "options": {},
        "issueKey": "={{ $('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.key }}",
        "resource": "issueComment"
      },
      "credentials": {
        "jiraSoftwareCloudApi": {
          "id": "IH5V74q6PusewNjD",
          "name": "Jira SW Cloud account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "4d4562c7-f5ed-44b8-9292-9c1a75d51173",
      "name": "Last Message is Not Bot",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.if",
      "position": [
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      ],
      "parameters": {
        "options": {},
        "conditions": {
          "options": {
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              "operator": {
                "type": "boolean",
                "operation": "true",
                "singleValue": true
              },
              "leftValue": "={{ !$('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.thread.last().includes('this is an automated message') }}",
              "rightValue": ""
            }
          ]
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      },
      "typeVersion": 2.2
    },
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      "name": "Structured Output Parser",
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      "position": [
        2400,
        420
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "schemaType": "manual",
        "inputSchema": "{\n\t\"type\": \"object\",\n\t\"properties\": {\n\t\t\"solution_found\": {\n\t\t\t\"type\": \"boolean\"\n\t\t},\n \"short_summary_of_issue\": {\n \"type\": \"string\"\n },\n\t\t\"response\": {\n\t\t\t\"type\": \"string\"\n\t\t}\n\t}\n}"
      },
      "typeVersion": 1.2
    },
    {
      "id": "596ef421-beb0-4523-a313-3f6ccd9e8f0c",
      "name": "Get Issue Metadata",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.set",
      "position": [
        568,
        -180
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "options": {},
        "assignments": {
          "assignments": [
            {
              "id": "200706ea-6936-48ae-a46c-38d6e2eff558",
              "name": "key",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{ $json.key }}"
            },
            {
              "id": "3e3584bf-dc5c-408a-896c-1660710860f6",
              "name": "title",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{ $json.fields.summary }}"
            },
            {
              "id": "e1d89014-5e07-4752-9e7c-ae8d4cba6f6e",
              "name": "url",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{\n[\n 'https:/',\n $json.self.extractDomain(),\n 'browse',\n $json.key\n ].join('/')\n}}"
            },
            {
              "id": "df1cca88-1c57-475d-968e-999f6c25dba7",
              "name": "date",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{ DateTime.fromISO($json.fields.created).format('yyyy-MM-dd') }}"
            },
            {
              "id": "7fc9c625-e741-43bb-9223-b8024fc86cc7",
              "name": "reporter",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{ $json.fields.reporter.displayName }}"
            },
            {
              "id": "17bf06ae-fcad-4eb3-add8-11ac85e9a68e",
              "name": "reporter_url",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{\n[\n 'https:/',\n $json.fields.reporter.self.extractDomain(),\n 'jira',\n 'people',\n $json.fields.reporter.accountId\n ].join('/')\n}}"
            },
            {
              "id": "7624642f-f76b-41ec-b402-280b64d46400",
              "name": "reporter_accountId",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{ $json.fields.reporter.accountId }}"
            },
            {
              "id": "0fa1d73f-4e8b-435b-a78d-37e95c85c87c",
              "name": "description",
              "type": "string",
              "value": "={{ $json.fields.description }}"
            }
          ]
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 3.4
    },
    {
      "id": "23bb0cf8-c682-416c-a809-e9ca6fc480ef",
      "name": "Notify Slack Channel",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.slack",
      "position": [
        2600,
        380
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "select": "channel",
        "blocksUi": "={{\n{\n\t\"blocks\": [\n\t\t{\n\t\t\t\"type\": \"section\",\n\t\t\t\"text\": {\n\t\t\t\t\"type\": \"mrkdwn\",\n\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Hey there 👋\\nI found a zombie ticket that no one has taken a look at yet.\"\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t},\n\t\t{\n\t\t\t\"type\": \"section\",\n\t\t\t\"text\": {\n\t\t\t\t\"type\": \"mrkdwn\",\n\t\t\t\t\"text\": `*[${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.key}] ${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.title}*\\n${$('KnowledgeBase Agent').item.json.output.short_summary_of_issue}\\n👤 <${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.reporter_url}|${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.reporter}> 📅 ${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.date} 🔗 <${$('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.url}|Link to Issue>\\n`\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t},\n\t\t{\n\t\t\t\"type\": \"divider\"\n\t\t},\n\t\t{\n\t\t\t\"type\": \"section\",\n\t\t\t\"text\": {\n\t\t\t\t\"type\": \"mrkdwn\",\n\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"I couldn't find an answer in the knowledgebase so I've notified the user and closed the ticket. Thanks!\"\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t}\n\t]\n}\n}}",
        "channelId": {
          "__rl": true,
          "mode": "list",
          "value": "C07S0NQ04D7",
          "cachedResultName": "n8n-jira"
        },
        "messageType": "block",
        "otherOptions": {}
      },
      "credentials": {
        "slackApi": {
          "id": "VfK3js0YdqBdQLGP",
          "name": "Slack account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 2.2
    },
    {
      "id": "21076f8f-8462-4a5a-8831-709a138639c5",
      "name": "Close Issue2",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.jira",
      "position": [
        2920,
        220
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "issueKey": "={{ $('Get Issue Metadata').item.json.key }}",
        "operation": "update",
        "updateFields": {
          "statusId": {
            "__rl": true,
            "mode": "list",
            "value": "31",
            "cachedResultName": "Done"
          }
        }
      },
      "credentials": {
        "jiraSoftwareCloudApi": {
          "id": "IH5V74q6PusewNjD",
          "name": "Jira SW Cloud account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "6c9b30c5-d061-4b4d-b4fa-596ca0768297",
      "name": "Get List of Unresolved Long Lived Issues",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.jira",
      "position": [
        -72,
        -180
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "limit": 10,
        "options": {
          "jql": "status IN (\"To Do\", \"In Progress\") AND created <= -7d"
        },
        "operation": "getAll"
      },
      "credentials": {
        "jiraSoftwareCloudApi": {
          "id": "IH5V74q6PusewNjD",
          "name": "Jira SW Cloud account"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "1c6c2919-c48b-47bb-a975-f184bd9e95dd",
      "name": "Sticky Note1",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
      "position": [
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        -425.6402206027777
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "color": 7,
        "width": 640.6500163735489,
        "height": 484.114789072283,
        "content": "## 1. Search For Unresolved Long-lived JIRA Issues\n[Learn more about the JIRA node](https://docs.n8n.io/integrations/builtin/app-nodes/n8n-nodes-base.jira)\n\nIn this demonstration, we'll define \"long-lived\" as any issue which is unresolved after 7 days. Adjust to fit your own criteria.\n\nWe'll also use the Execute Workflow node to run the issues separate in parallel. This is a performance optimisation and if not required, the alternative is to use a loop node instead."
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "f21d95a7-0cef-4110-a3b9-59c562b2ea24",
      "name": "Execute Workflow",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.executeWorkflow",
      "position": [
        128,
        -180
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "mode": "each",
        "options": {},
        "workflowId": {
          "__rl": true,
          "mode": "id",
          "value": "={{ $workflow.id }}"
        }
      },
      "typeVersion": 1.1
    },
    {
      "id": "e9f9e6e6-c66d-4e50-b4d4-3931b8cf40c9",
      "name": "Execute Workflow Trigger",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.executeWorkflowTrigger",
      "position": [
        388,
        -180
      ],
      "parameters": {},
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "91b5e024-6141-47e8-99ff-9ac25df7df48",
      "name": "Sticky Note2",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
      "position": [
        320,
        -353.43597793972225
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "color": 7,
        "width": 956.5422324510927,
        "height": 411.91054640922755,
        "content": "## 2. Retrieves and Combine JIRA Issue Comments\n[Learn more about the JIRA node](https://docs.n8n.io/integrations/builtin/app-nodes/n8n-nodes-base.jira)\n\nTo provide the necessary information for our AI agents, we'll fetch and combine all the issue's comments along with our issue. This gives a accurate history of the the issues progress (or lack thereof!)."
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "9b545aa8-d2df-4500-8af0-ee55b0fcc736",
      "name": "Sticky Note3",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
      "position": [
        1300,
        -381.8893508540474
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "color": 7,
        "width": 653.0761795166852,
        "height": 583.0290516595711,
        "content": "## 3. Classify the Current State of the Issue\n[Learn more about the Text Classifier node](https://docs.n8n.io/integrations/builtin/cluster-nodes/root-nodes/n8n-nodes-langchain.text-classifier)\n\nToday's AI/LLMs are well suited for solving contextual problems like determining issue state. Here, we can use the text classifier node to analyse the issue as a whole to determine our next move. Almost like a really, really smart Switch node!\n\nThere are 3 branches we want to take: Check if a resolution was reached, blocked issues and auto-resolving when no team member has yet to respond."
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "abe0da8f-4107-4641-b992-1a31f71ce530",
      "name": "Sticky Note4",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
      "position": [
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        "content": "## 4. Sentiment Analysis on Issue Resolution\n[Read more about the Sentiment Analysis node](https://docs.n8n.io/integrations/builtin/cluster-nodes/root-nodes/n8n-nodes-langchain.sentimentanalysis)\n\nThe Sentiment Analysis node is a convenient method of assessing\ncustomer satisfaction from resolved issues. Here, when resolution\nis detected as positive, we can ask use the opportunity to\ncapitalise of the favourable experience which in this example,\nis to ask for a review. In the opposite vein, if the exchange has\nbeen negative, we can escalate in an attempt to improve\nthe situation before closing the ticket.\n\nAI can equip teams to provide unrivalled customer support\nwhich can differentiate themselves significantly against\nthe competition."
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "d9c97501-e2cf-4a7e-86cc-c295d69db939",
      "name": "Customer Satisfaction Agent",
      "type": "@n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.sentimentAnalysis",
      "position": [
        2060,
        -400
      ],
      "parameters": {
        "options": {},
        "inputText": "=issue:\n{{ $('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.topic }}\n\ncomments:\n{{ $('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.thread.join('\\n') }}"
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "2829d591-8347-4683-be10-663872c08546",
      "name": "Sticky Note5",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
      "position": [
        1980,
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      "parameters": {
        "color": 7,
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        "content": "## 5. Attempt to Resolve The Issue With KnowledgeBase\n[Read more about the AI Agent node](https://docs.n8n.io/integrations/builtin/cluster-nodes/root-nodes/n8n-nodes-langchain.agent/)\n\nWhen the issue is unaddressed, we can attempt to resolve the issue automatically using AI. Here an AI agent can easily be deployed with\naccess to knowledge tools to research and generate solutions for the user. Since n8n v1.62.1, AI Tools Agents can attach nodes directly as\ntools providing a very easy way to linking documents to the LLM.\n\nHere, we use both the JIRA tool to search for similar issues and the notion tool to query for product pages. If a solution can be generated,\nwe create a new comment with the solution and attach it to the issue. If not, then we can leave a simple message notifying the user that we could not do so. Finally, we close the issue as no further action can likely be taken in this case."
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "112c9fd3-c104-4a68-8e58-96a317fef854",
      "name": "KnowledgeBase Agent",
      "type": "@n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.agent",
      "position": [
        2060,
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      ],
      "parameters": {
        "text": "=issue:\n{{ $('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.topic }}\n\ncomments:\n{{ $('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.thread.join('\\n') }}",
        "options": {
          "systemMessage": "Help the user answer their question using the company's knowledgebase. Your answer must be based factually on documents retrieved from the knowledge. If no relevant information is found or the information is insufficent to answer the user's query, you must tell the user so and not mislead the user. If you don't know the answer, it is okay to say you don't know."
        },
        "promptType": "define",
        "hasOutputParser": true
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      "typeVersion": 1.6
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      "id": "c27e0679-29a0-45d7-ada7-9727975b5069",
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      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
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        "height": 507.581094640126,
        "content": "## 6. Notify for Unanswered Questions or Response Waiting\n[Read more about the Basic LLM Chain node](https://docs.n8n.io/integrations/builtin/cluster-nodes/root-nodes/n8n-nodes-langchain.chainllm/)\n\nIn this step, where signals indicate that the issue is not yet ready to be close, we can try to re-engage issue participants by summarize the conversation so far and sending a reminder comment for any pending actions that were requested. This action can help reduce the number of issues which linger for too long."
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
    },
    {
      "id": "0a7da82e-789b-401c-80d0-de3ade51942c",
      "name": "Issue Reminder Agent",
      "type": "@n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.chainLlm",
      "position": [
        3180,
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      "parameters": {
        "text": "=issue:\n{{ $('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.topic }}\n\ncomments:\n{{ $('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.thread }}",
        "messages": {
          "messageValues": [
            {
              "message": "=The user has a pending issue and some time has passed since the last update. Analyse the last message in this thread and generate a short reminder message to add to the issue comments which summarizes and reiterates what pending action or information is required. Return only the message."
            }
          ]
        },
        "promptType": "define"
      },
      "typeVersion": 1.4
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      "id": "2847136e-b95b-4906-89af-ceb180abb9b0",
      "name": "Sticky Note",
      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
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        "content": "## Try It Out!\n\n### This n8n template is designed to assist and improve customer support team member capacity by automating the resolution of long-lived and forgotten JIRA issues.\n\n* Schedule Trigger runs daily to check for long-lived unresolved issues and imports them into the workflow.\n* Each Issue is handled as a separate subworkflow by using an execute workflow node. This allows parallel processing.\n* A report is generated from the issue using its comment history allowing the issue to be classified by AI - determining the state and progress of the issue.\n* If determined to be resolved, sentiment analysis is performed to track customer satisfaction. If negative, a slack message is sent to escalate, otherwise the issue is closed automatically.\n* If no response has been initiated, an AI agent will attempt to search and resolve the issue itself using similar resolved issues or from the notion database. If a solution is found, it is posted to the issue and closed.\n* If the issue is blocked and waiting for responses, then a reminder message is added.\n\n### Need Help?\nJoin the [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/XPKeKXeB7d) or ask in the [Forum](https://community.n8n.io/)!"
      },
      "typeVersion": 1
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      "id": "9edb0847-5dcf-4357-a1d4-537a126e277b",
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        },
        "operation": "getAll",
        "descriptionType": "manual",
        "toolDescription": "Call this tool to search for similar issues in JIRA."
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        "text": "={{ $fromAI('search_terms', 'relevant terms to search for information on the current issue', 'string', '') }}",
        "limit": 4,
        "options": {},
        "operation": "search",
        "descriptionType": "manual",
        "toolDescription": "Search the knowledgebase for information relevant to the issue."
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      "type": "n8n-nodes-base.slack",
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        "channelId": {
          "__rl": true,
          "mode": "list",
          "value": "C07S0NQ04D7",
          "cachedResultName": "n8n-jira"
        },
        "messageType": "block",
        "otherOptions": {}
      },
      "credentials": {
        "slackApi": {
          "id": "VfK3js0YdqBdQLGP",
          "name": "Slack account"
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      "id": "3226d576-c3ae-444a-b0c5-ac797d25dd2e",
      "name": "Classify Current Issue State",
      "type": "@n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.textClassifier",
      "position": [
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      "parameters": {
        "options": {},
        "inputText": "=issue:\n{{ $('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.topic }}\n\ncomments:\n{{ $('Simplify Thread For AI').item.json.thread.join('\\n') || 'There are no comments' }}",
        "categories": {
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              "description": "There are human comments and a resolution was found and/or accepted"
            },
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              "description": "There are human comments but no resolution has been reached yet"
            },
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              "description": "Reporter is still waiting on a response. Ignoring automated messages, there are no comments."
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I connect Slack to Jira?

There's no native integration. To connect them, you will need a middleware tool like Make or n8n.

Is the connection between Slack and Jira secure?

Yes. This integration typically uses OAuth 2.0, meaning you grant permission via a secure login window. You do not need to share your raw password, and you can revoke access at any time from your Slack security settings.

Is the sync one-way or two-way?

This is typically a one-way sync: Slack → Jira. Changes in Jira do not sync back to Slack.

Will existing data in Slack sync to Jira?

Usually, no. Most native integrations are "forward-looking," meaning they only sync data created or updated *after* you activate the connection. To move historical data, you will likely need to perform a one-time CSV export/import manually.

Why does Bug reports reported in Slack are lost; no Jira ticket created.?

This is a known issue (~90% of users). Common cause: Manual Process Friction. Typical fix time: 45 minutes.

Can I sync custom fields?

Native integration is limited to standard fields. For custom field mapping, use an automation tool.

Can I add approval steps before syncing?

Native integrations can't do this. For workflows that need human review (e.g., "Manager must approve before creating invoice"), use Relay.app.

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