Fast search and JQL
Press ⌘K to search by issue key, summary, or project. Advanced search supports full JQL with autocomplete for fields, operators, and values plus syntax highlighting.
Starlie
Starlie is a native Mac client for Jira Cloud and self-hosted Jira, with JQL search, sprint boards, issue context, and key updates.
A native Jira client for Mac
Starlie is a native macOS desktop client for Jira Cloud and self-hosted Jira. It brings issue search, JQL, sprint boards, issue details, and selected editing actions into a Mac application rather than requiring Jira in a browser. The app requires macOS 15 or later and is distributed through the Mac App Store.
Starlie is designed for everyday Jira work: locate an issue, inspect its related work and conversation, update key fields, or move sprint cards between columns. It connects to Jira through Atlassian's official API, while the product says credentials are kept in the macOS Keychain and Jira content is exchanged directly between the Mac and Atlassian.
Jira workflows in a native Mac app
Sprint boards
Open an active sprint in board view and drag cards between columns. Changes sync to Jira as you work.
Issue details and editing
Read an issue's description, subtasks, and comments together, then change its status, assignee, or priority from the detail view or a list context menu.
Outline view
Bring epics, stories, and subtasks from multiple projects into one expandable tree. Outline supports grouping, sorting, and JQL filtering.
macOS integration
Use native macOS notifications, light and dark appearance, multiple windows, and keyboard shortcuts while working across Jira issues.
Practical ways to use Starlie
Jump to a known issue
Use ⌘K to jump directly to an issue by key, summary, or project, then open the relevant result without browsing through Jira's web interface.
Run an active sprint
Review an active sprint as a board and move work between columns as its status changes, with the update synchronized back to Jira.
Review and update work
Open an issue when you need the surrounding context: description, subtasks, and comments are available together, along with controls for status, assignee, and priority.
Understand work across projects
Use Outline to inspect epics, stories, and subtasks from multiple projects in one expandable hierarchy, then group, sort, or narrow the view with JQL.
Create targeted work queues
Build a focused Jira search for assigned, overdue, recently created, or untouched work with JQL autocomplete and reusable query patterns.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Supports both Jira Cloud and self-hosted Jira instances.
- Provides full JQL search with autocomplete and syntax highlighting.
- Combines sprint boards, issue details, comments, subtasks, and Outline across multiple projects.
- Uses native macOS capabilities including notifications, multiple windows, keyboard shortcuts, and light/dark appearance.
- The product states that Jira content is not stored on its servers; tokens are kept in the macOS Keychain and local cached data is stored on the Mac.
Cons
- Requires a Mac running macOS 15 or later.
- It is a Jira client, so access to a Jira site and the permissions granted there are still required.
- The documented editing scope focuses on status, assignee, priority, and sprint-board movement; the sources do not establish support for every Jira administration or workflow feature.
FAQ
Does Starlie work with Jira Cloud and self-hosted Jira?
Yes. Starlie supports Jira Cloud and self-hosted Jira instances. During setup, you choose the Jira site to connect; a separate Starlie account is not required.
How do I set up Starlie?
Install Starlie from the Mac App Store, open it from Launchpad or Spotlight, and follow the connection prompts. Jira Cloud sign-in uses Atlassian's OAuth flow, and access tokens are stored in the macOS Keychain. The app requires macOS 15 or later.
How much does Starlie cost?
Starlie offers a 7-day free trial, followed by monthly, yearly, or lifetime purchase options. The pricing page lists $2.99 per month, $14.99 per year, and $29.99 for a lifetime license; prices are shown in USD and may vary by region in the Mac App Store.
How does Starlie handle Jira data?
Starlie connects to Jira through Atlassian's official API. Issues, comments, attachments, boards, and related Jira data are requested directly between your Mac and Atlassian over TLS. Starlie says its server handles the OAuth token exchange but does not receive Jira business data; cached data and local settings remain on the Mac.
Can I use JQL in Starlie?
Use the app's advanced search with full JQL. Autocomplete suggests fields, operators, and values, while syntax highlighting helps keep queries readable. Search results depend on your Jira permissions and available fields.
Quick Facts
- Category
- Project management / Jira desktop client
- Platform
- macOS 15 or later
- Jira support
- Jira Cloud and self-hosted Jira
- Distribution
- Mac App Store
- Trial
- 7 days free
- Connection model
- Atlassian API connection from the Mac
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