Connect BitBucket to Linear (OAuth)
Automate workflows between BitBucket and Linear (OAuth). No coding required.
The most-used recipe
BitBucket
Developer Tools
DeskFerry agent
Create item when new commit pushed
Runs on its own
Linear (OAuth)
Productivity
Popular workflows
What you can automate between BitBucket and Linear (OAuth)
These are the most popular automations teams set up between BitBucket and Linear (OAuth). Each one runs automatically once activated — no manual steps.
Create item when new commit pushed
Add a new task, page, or item automatically when code is committed to the repository.
Create issue when new item created
Open a new issue or bug report automatically when a new task, page, or item is created.
Sync BitBucket changes to Linear (OAuth)
Keep Linear (OAuth) updated when a new pr is opened.
How data flows
What syncs between BitBucket and Linear (OAuth)
When an event occurs in BitBucket, the relevant data is automatically sent to Linear (OAuth). DeskFerry maps the fields between both apps so the data arrives in the right format — no manual formatting or exports required.
Data from BitBucket
- Issues / PRs
- Commits
- Project items
- Labels / tags
- Assignees
Data from Linear (OAuth)
- Tasks
- Pages / documents
- Database items
- Status updates
- Assignees
Step-by-step guide
How to connect BitBucket to Linear (OAuth)
Follow these steps to set up your integration. The entire process takes under 5 minutes.
What you'll need
- An active BitBucket account with repository access
- An active Linear (OAuth) account
- A free DeskFerry account (sign up takes 30 seconds)
- Step 01
Create your DeskFerry account
Sign up at deskferry.app — it takes 30 seconds and starts a 7-day free trial. You'll land on the dashboard where you can create your first workflow.
- Step 02
Authenticate BitBucket
Click "Add Connection" and select BitBucket from the app directory. You'll be redirected to BitBucket's authorization page. Grant DeskFerry access to your repositories, issues, and project data. You control which repos and projects the integration can access.
- Step 03
Authenticate Linear (OAuth)
Same process for Linear (OAuth). Click "Add Connection," select Linear (OAuth), and authorize access. Grant DeskFerry access to your workspaces, databases, pages, and tasks. You select which workspaces the integration can read and write to.
- Step 04
Choose your trigger
Select what event starts the workflow. For this integration, popular triggers include: new commit pushed in bitbucket or new item created in linear (oauth). The trigger fires automatically whenever that event happens — no manual intervention.
- Step 05
Configure the action
Define what happens when the trigger fires. For example: create item in linear (oauth). Map the data fields between BitBucket and Linear (OAuth) so the right information lands in the right place.
- Step 06
Test and activate
Run a test to confirm data flows correctly between BitBucket and Linear (OAuth). Check that the fields map as expected, then toggle the workflow on. It runs 24/7 from here — DeskFerry handles retries, error logging, and monitoring automatically.
Benefits
Why connect BitBucket and Linear (OAuth)?
Engineering work doesn't exist in isolation. When BitBucket issues and PRs sync to Linear (OAuth), product managers and stakeholders get visibility without asking for status updates.
Tips
Tips for your BitBucket + Linear (OAuth) integration
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Use cases
Who uses the BitBucket + Linear (OAuth) integration?
Teams across industries connect BitBucket and Linear (OAuth) to streamline their workflows.
Engineering leads managing sprints who rely on Linear (OAuth) for productivity
Project management offices who need real-time data from BitBucket
Engineering teams and project management offices collaborating across tools
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I connect BitBucket to Linear (OAuth)?
Sign up for a free DeskFerry account, then click "Add Connection" to authenticate both BitBucket and Linear (OAuth) via OAuth. Choose a workflow template — like syncing developer tools events to productivity actions — customize the field mapping, and activate. The entire setup takes under 5 minutes.
What can I automate between BitBucket and Linear (OAuth)?
Popular automations include: create Linear (OAuth) tasks from BitBucket issues, sync BitBucket PR statuses to Linear (OAuth) items, close Linear (OAuth) tasks when BitBucket issues resolve, and update Linear (OAuth) sprint boards from BitBucket milestones. Labels and priority fields map automatically.
Is the BitBucket and Linear (OAuth) integration free?
DeskFerry's 7-day free trial is enough to prove the workflow out. If your BitBucket-to-Linear (OAuth) workflows need more volume, paid plans start at $49/month with unlimited workflows and priority execution.
Is my BitBucket data secure when connected to Linear (OAuth)?
Yes. DeskFerry uses OAuth 2.0 for authentication — we never store your BitBucket or Linear (OAuth) passwords. All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256). Your developer tools data is only accessed when a workflow runs, and you can revoke access at any time from your DeskFerry dashboard.
Can I sync data both ways between BitBucket and Linear (OAuth)?
Yes. You can set up workflows that trigger from either BitBucket or Linear (OAuth). For example, create a workflow where BitBucket events update Linear (OAuth), and a separate one where Linear (OAuth) changes sync back to BitBucket. Each direction is configured independently so you have full control.
Do I need technical skills to connect BitBucket and Linear (OAuth)?
No coding is required. DeskFerry's builder is prompt-based: you describe the trigger and what should happen in plain English, and the agent handles the field mapping. If you can use BitBucket and Linear (OAuth), you can set up the integration. Most users are running their first workflow within 10 minutes.
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