Bitbucket

API

RESTful API for Bitbucket's version control and collaboration tools

Overview

The Bitbucket API v2 is a RESTful interface for interacting with Bitbucket's Git repository hosting and collaboration platform. It uses JSON for requests/responses and offers endpoints for managing repositories, pull requests, issues, users, teams, pipelines, and webhooks. Use cases include automating repo creation, integrating with CI/CD pipelines, building custom dashboards, programmatically reviewing pull requests, managing team permissions, and syncing with Atlassian tools like Jira or Confluence.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://developer.atlassian.com/bitbucket/api/2/reference/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON support
OAuth 2.0 authentication
Webhook integration
CI/CD pipeline endpoints

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Bitbucket API free to use?

Yes, it’s available for free and paid Bitbucket plans, though rate limits differ based on your tier.

? Does it require an API Key?

No—Bitbucket uses OAuth 2.0 access tokens or app passwords for authentication instead of traditional API keys.

? What is the response format?

The Bitbucket API primarily returns data in JSON format for all endpoints.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Development

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Seamless Atlassian ecosystem integration
⊕ Extensive documentation
⊕ Flexible authentication options
⊕ Covers core collaboration workflows

Cons

⊖ Rate limits vary by plan
⊖ Some advanced features require paid tiers
⊖ Deprecated v1 endpoints need migration