using CCtray with Jenkins, while security enabled (using HTTPS)

Question

I configured my Jenkins server to only use HTTPS and enabled security. As well I don\'t like anybody who\'s not logged on to see the Dashboard (even if it would be empty). Here

Answer 1

Adding to @MrBlueSky 's answer, you can avoid the password expiration hassle; simply use a Jenkins-issued API Token instead of your password.

1. Log into Jenkins
2. Click your username (in the upper right corner)
3. Click Configure (in the left navbar)
4. Click Show API Token
5. Use this token in place of your password when setting up the Jenkins Transport settings