# Introducing REST API for Markdown Importer – Automate Your Documentation Workflow!

# Introducing REST API for Markdown Importer 🚀

We're thrilled to announce a game-changing addition to [**Markdown Importer for Confluence**](https://marketplace.atlassian.com/apps/1231894/markdown-importer-for-confluence?hosting=cloud&tab=overview) – a powerful **REST API** that unlocks automation and integration possibilities for your documentation workflow!

Say goodbye to manual imports and hello to seamless, programmatic documentation updates directly from your CI/CD pipeline, external applications, or custom automation scripts.

![API Token Management](https://marketplace.atlassian.com/product-listing/files/cbfd51ed-8e6a-468b-96ed-86aa4b949dee?width=1840&height=900)

## 🌟 What's New in v6.4.0

The new REST API transforms how you manage Confluence documentation by enabling **programmatic markdown imports** from anywhere. Whether you're syncing docs from GitHub, deploying from GitLab CI/CD, or building custom integrations, the API makes it effortless.

### Key Features

**🔐 Secure Token Management**
Generate and manage API tokens with JWT-based authentication, fine-grained expiration control (1-30 days), and the ability to create up to 50 tokens for different environments.

**🚀 Simple HTTP Requests**
Import markdown content with a straightforward POST request – no complex setup required.

**🔄 Smart Conflict Handling**
Choose to create new pages or update existing ones with built-in overwrite support and clear error handling.

**📚 Comprehensive Documentation**
From getting started guides to production best practices, we've got you covered with complete API documentation, code examples in multiple languages, and CI/CD workflow templates.

## 💡 Perfect For

**CI/CD Pipelines**
Automatically sync documentation with every code push. Keep your Confluence pages updated alongside your codebase without manual intervention.

**Documentation Migration**
Moving from another platform? Script your migration and import hundreds of markdown files programmatically with consistent formatting.

**Automated Updates**
Trigger documentation updates from external systems, webhooks, or scheduled jobs. Perfect for keeping release notes, changelogs, and API docs fresh.

**Custom Workflows**
Build exactly the integration you need – whether it's generating docs from code comments, syncing from multiple sources, or creating dynamic content.

## 🎯 Why It Matters

Documentation should evolve with your product, not lag behind it. The REST API eliminates the manual bottleneck, letting you:

✅ **Automate** repetitive import tasks
✅ **Synchronize** docs with code changes automatically
✅ **Scale** from single files to enterprise-wide migrations
✅ **Integrate** with your existing tools and workflows

## 📖 Ready to Get Started?

We've prepared comprehensive documentation to help you integrate the API into your workflow:

👉 **[View Complete API Documentation](/docs/markdown-importer-for-confluence/rest-api)**

Our documentation includes:

- Quick start guide with step-by-step token setup
- Complete API reference with all endpoints and parameters
- Ready-to-use code examples in cURL, Node.js, Python, Go, and more
- CI/CD workflow templates for GitHub Actions and GitLab
- Production-ready best practices and troubleshooting tips

## 🎉 Try It Now

The REST API is available now for all [Markdown Importer for Confluence](https://marketplace.atlassian.com/apps/1231894/markdown-importer-for-confluence?hosting=cloud&tab=overview) users!

✅ **Included with your license** – No additional cost
✅ **Available during trial** – Test it before you buy
✅ **Production-ready** – Built for scale and reliability

## 💬 We Want Your Feedback

We'd love to hear how you're using the REST API! Share your use cases, integrations, or feedback:

- 📧 [Contact Support](https://yamuno.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portals)
- 📝 [View Full Changelog](/docs/markdown-importer-for-confluence/release-notes)

**[Get Markdown Importer for Confluence](https://marketplace.atlassian.com/apps/1231894/markdown-importer-for-confluence?hosting=cloud&tab=overview)** and start automating your documentation workflow today!

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_Ready to automate your documentation? The REST API is waiting for you!_ 🚀