How to Clone a Bitbucket Repository
- George Apostolov
How to Clone a Bitbucket Repository: step-by-step guide
On Bitbucket's main dashboard, find and click the repository you want to clone.
After that, tap 'Clone' at the top-right corner.
Tap the drop-down menu afterwards and then select the network protocol you prefer to use.
Next, click the 'Copy' button next to the provided git clone command.
Finally, click 'Close' and enter the code into the command line of your local system.
Quick answer: To clone a repository, open Bitbucket's main dashboard to select your target repository, tap 'Clone' in the top-right corner, and choose your preferred network protocol from the drop-down menu. Next, copy the git clone command, close the window, and enter the code into your local system's command line.
About this Bitbucket tutorial
Easily clone any Bitbucket repository by copying the git command and running it in your local system terminal. Follow these quick steps. This guide shows how to clone a Bitbucket Repository in 5 steps, starting with "On Bitbucket's main dashboard, find and click the repository you want to clone" and finishing with "Finally, click 'Close' and enter the code into the command line of your local system". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Bitbucket interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to clone a Bitbucket Repository?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Bitbucket data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Bitbucket. Related guides: How to Clone a Project Repository From Bitbucket, How to Commit to Bitbucket Source Files and How to Create a Branch in Bitbucket. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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