How to Make a Repository Private in Github

Quick summary

Making a GitHub repository private restricts access so only invited collaborators can view your code. This step-by-step guide shows how to create a private repository directly from your GitHub dashboard in under a minute.

Steps

1. Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner of the GitHub dashboard.
2. From the drop-down menu, select 'Your repositories'.
3. Click the 'New' button to start creating a repository.
4. Enter a repository name in the name field.
5. Add a brief description for your repository.
6. Select 'Private' as your desired visibility setting.
7. Click 'Create repository' to complete the action.
8. Your new private repository is now created and secured on GitHub.