How do I manage user permissions in Atlassian Jira?

Managing user permissions in Atlassian Jira is essential for ensuring that team members have the appropriate access rights to projects and issues. To begin, it is important to understand the distinction between permissions, roles, and groups. Permissions dictate what users can do within Jira, roles assign users to specific responsibilities within a project, and groups provide a way to manage the permissions collectively. To manage permissions, an administrator can navigate to the "Jira settings" menu, where they will find the "System" and "Projects" settings. Within the "Projects" settings, the administrator can select the specific project they wish to manage. Here, they can define a permission scheme, which outlines what specific actions users can perform based on their roles or group memberships. It is also possible to create custom permission schemes tailored to the specific needs of a project. After creating or editing a permission scheme, it can be associated with one or more projects. It is essential to review the permissions regularly to ensure they align with the organization's evolving requirements. For more detailed guidance, users may refer to the official documentation available on the Atlassian website.