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About Linear

Linear is a modern project and issue tracking tool designed for software development teams. It offers streamlined workflows, fast performance, and integrations that help engineering teams plan, track, and ship products efficiently.

What the Linear integration enables

CapabilityDescription
Automation workflowsCreate, update, archive, and manage issues. Add comments and labels, update priorities and projects, and coordinate work across your development team.
Ticket SyncingSync tickets between Serval and Linear
Anything defined in the Linear API can be accessed through Serval.

Linear Configuration

Connecting Linear to Serval is straightforward and requires no manual configuration on the Linear side. The integration uses OAuth to securely connect your Linear workspace with Serval.

Prerequisites

  • You must have admin permissions in your Linear workspace
  • Access to authorize applications in your Linear organization settings

Serval Configuration

  1. In Serval go to Apps → Available → Linear → Connect
  2. Click the Connect button to initiate the OAuth flow
  3. A new window will open directing you to Linear’s authorization page
  4. Review and accept the integration permissions
  5. Click Authorize to complete the connection
  6. You’ll be redirected back to Serval with the integration successfully connected
That’s it! No additional configuration is needed. Serval can now access your Linear workspace through the authorized OAuth connection.

Ticket Syncing

Serval can sync tickets with Linear issues. This enables your team to work in their preferred tool while maintaining visibility across systems.
Contact support@serval.com to configure ticket syncing for your Linear integration.

Need help? Contact support@serval.com for assistance with your Linear integration.