How to Delete a Repository in Github

Quick summary

To delete a GitHub repository, navigate to the repository's Settings, scroll to the Danger Zone, and confirm deletion by typing the repository name. This action is permanent and removes all issues, pull requests, and associated data.

Steps

1. Navigate to the repository you want to delete.
2. On the repository page, click the Settings tab found at the top-right of the repository name.
3. Scroll down to the Danger Zone section at the bottom of the Settings page.
4. In the Danger Zone, click Delete this repository.
5. In the confirmation pop-up, click 'I want to delete this repository'.
6. Click the 'I have read and understand these effects' button.
7. When prompted, type the exact repository name to confirm deletion.
8. Click 'Delete this repository' to finalize the action.
9. Once confirmed, the repository, issues, pull requests, and all content will be permanently deleted.