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Log into Jira with Admin permissions.
Navigate to Find new apps in the Apps section.
Search for WhiteSource in the search box.
Find the WhiteSource Integration for Jira Cloud and click Install.
After the installation, you will be directed to the configuration page. (If not, navigate to the WhiteSource Navigate to the WhiteSource plugin in the Apps section), after the installation is completed.
The Activate Your WhiteSource License screen is displayed. Enter the activation key (to generate an activation key, refer here) in the provided box, and click Next.
NOTE: If the activation key cannot be verified, it might be expired or you might be experiencing connectivity issues, contact Support.The plugin mapping screen is displayed. Continue to Mapping the WhiteSource Projects to the Jira Projects.
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