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Creating a Shortcut API Token

Generate a Shortcut API token and connect it to LinearB to sync stories, workflows, and project data for enhanced tracking and automation.

Steven Silverstone
Updated by Steven Silverstone

A Shortcut API Token allows you to integrate Shortcut with LinearB, enabling project data to sync with Git activity for improved workflow visibility and analytics.

This guide explains how to generate an API token in Shortcut and connect it to LinearB.

Project Management connections are available only on the Enterprise tier.
Summary
  • Generate an API token in Shortcut.
  • Use the token to connect Shortcut to LinearB.
  • Enable project tracking, analytics, and Iterations insights.
Step 1 – Log in to Shortcut
  1. Open a web browser and navigate to Shortcut.
  2. Sign in using your account credentials.
Step 2 – Access API token settings
  1. Click your profile avatar in the top-right corner.
  2. Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
  3. Navigate to the API Tokens section.
Step 3 – Generate an API token
  1. Click Create New API Token.
  2. Enter a descriptive name (for example, LinearB Integration).
  3. Click Generate Token.
  4. Copy the API token and store it securely. The token will not be visible again.
Treat API tokens like passwords. Do not share them publicly or store them in unsecured locations.
Step 4 – Connect Shortcut to LinearB
  1. Log in to LinearB.
  2. Navigate to Company Settings > Project Management.
  3. Click Connect next to Shortcut.
  4. Paste your Shortcut API Token into the field.
  5. Click Connect to complete the setup.

After the connection succeeds, LinearB begins syncing Shortcut project data for tracking, analytics, and Iterations insights.

Troubleshooting & support

If you encounter issues generating an API token or connecting Shortcut to LinearB, contact:

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