How to Rename a Repository in Github

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May 12, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to change a repository's name directly in GitHub Settings.

Quick summary

Renaming a GitHub repository takes just a few clicks inside the repository's Settings tab. This guide walks you through each step — from navigating to your repo to confirming the new repository name.

Steps

Navigate to the repository you want to rename.
On the repository page, click the Settings tab found at the top-right of the repository name.
Under General settings, locate the Repository name field and enter your preferred new name.
Click the Rename button to confirm the change.
Your repository has been successfully renamed in GitHub.

📌 Why this matters

Renaming a GitHub repository is a common task when projects evolve, teams rebrand, or naming conventions change. Getting it right matters because GitHub automatically redirects old URLs, but broken links in documentation, CI/CD pipelines, and third-party integrations can still cause disruption. Understanding the exact steps — through the Settings tab and the General section — helps developers and teams make the change confidently and without downtime. This demo gives users a hands-on walkthrough so they can rename any repository quickly and correctly.

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