A plugin is an add-on to the core Bamboo code that extends the Bamboo functionality. Some plugins are shipped with Bamboo and others are available for you to install yourself. Examples of Bamboo plugins are: JIRA plugin NAnt Builder plugin Clover plugin You can develop additional plugins (see the Bamboo Plugin Guide) or download existing plugins from the Atlassian Plugin Exchange, and install them into your Bamboo system. On this page:

Managing your plugins

About the Universal Plugin Manager (UPM)

Screenshot: The Universal Plugin Manager in Bamboo

Notes

• Plugin Safety. Plugins are very powerful. They can change the behaviour of almost any part of the Bamboo server. This makes it very important that you trust a plugin before you install it. Always be aware of where and who a plugin comes from.
• Troubleshooting. Having problems with the Universal Plugin Manager? Try the Universal Plugin Manager FAQ. (The link will direct you to the Universal Plugin Manager documentation. Use the back button on your browser to return the Bamboo documentation).