How to Clone a Repository from Github in Ubuntu
- George Apostolov
How to Clone a Repository from Github in Ubuntu: step-by-step guide
Go to the GitHub repository you want to clone.
Click the 'Code' button usually green on the repository page.
Copy the URL either HTTPS or SSH.
Following these steps, you can easily clone any GitHub repository to your Ubuntu system.
Quick answer: To clone a repository, go to the GitHub repository you want to clone, click the green 'Code' button on the repository page, and copy the HTTPS or SSH URL to easily clone any repository to your Ubuntu system.
About this GitHub tutorial
Clone any GitHub repository to your Ubuntu system by copying the HTTPS or SSH URL from the repository page's Code button. This guide shows how to clone a Repository from Github in Ubuntu in 4 steps, starting with "Go to the GitHub repository you want to clone" and finishing with "Following these steps, you can easily clone any GitHub repository to your Ubuntu system". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitHub 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 Repository from Github in Ubuntu?
4 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 GitHub data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitHub. Related guides: How to Clone from Github, How to Clone Github Repository and How to Clone GitHub Repository in Sourcetree. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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