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How to enable "Upload App" in Confluence version 9.5.2 data center

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September 8, 2025

Hi Team,

           I am using confluence data center version 9.5.2. I need to setup the SSO login for my users and trying to upload the plugins .obr file to complete the setup.

 

But, In my version, I couldn't find the UPLOAD APP option. I do see for the security reason this option was disabled. Is there any temporary solution to make it enable and perform my installation.

 

I have tried to change the setenv.sh file but still no effect. 

Appreciate your help.

 

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Trisha Griffis
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September 8, 2025

How do I enable the “Upload App” option in Confluence Data Center 9.5.2?

The “Upload App” feature is disabled by default in newer Confluence versions for security reasons, but you can temporarily enable it by following these steps:

  • Stop Confluence on all nodes.
  • Open your setenv.sh (Linux) or setenv.bat (Windows) file.
  • Add this line:
-Dupm.plugin.upload.enabled=true
  • For Linux, it should look like:

CATALINA_OPTS="-Dupm.plugin.upload.enabled=true ${CATALINA_OPTS}"
  • Save the file and restart Confluence.
  • You should now see the “Upload App” button under Manage Apps.
  • Once your plugin is uploaded, it’s best to remove the line and restart again for security.

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