How to Enable Proxy Use for Jira Self-Hosted Connection in Jira Align

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Summary

This knowledge base article provides a comprehensive guide on how to enable the use of a proxy for a Jira On-premise connection within Jira Align. It outlines the necessary steps and settings to configure this connection properly, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced network security.

Environment

Jira Align Self-Hosted

Solution

In order to configure a proxy:

  1. Login to the server where Jira Align is installed

  2. Stop the connector service that will utilize a proxy

  3. Navigate to the install directory of Jira Connector Service e.g. C:\[Company Name]\Jira

  4. Open AgileCraft_Jira.exe.Config

  5. Add in the following proxy configuration within the <Configuration> element

1 2 3 4 5 <system.net>    <defaultProxy>    <proxy proxyaddress="Proxy Address and Port"/> </defaultProxy> </system.net>
  1. Save AgileCraft_Jira.exe.Config

  2. Start the connector service

  3. Verify Jira Connector can utilize the proxy via the test on the Jira Connectors page.

Updated on April 15, 2025

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