Log in to YouTrack
YouTrack supports two methods of authentication that you can use to log in and access data from an external client.
Method | Description |
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Permanent tokens enable token-based authorization for REST API calls in scripts and applications. This feature increases security for YouTrack integrations with external services. We recommend that you use permanent tokens for authorization with the YouTrack REST API. | |
OAuth 2.0 is a protocol that lets your application request an access token from YouTrack. Starting with YouTrack 2026.2, administrators can manage OAuth clients in YouTrack and enable the Authorization Code flow for applications that use YouTrack for OAuth authentication or API access. OAuth-issued access tokens act on behalf of the authorizing user and can be limited by access permissions configured for the OAuth client. |