How to Create Github Account
- George Apostolov
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How to Create Github Account: step-by-step guide
Click the 'Sign up' button at the top right corner of the page.
Enter your email address.
Create a password.
Enter a username and click 'Continue'.
GitHub will send a verification email to the address you provided. Click 'Verify'.
Enter the code.
After verifying your email, you may be prompted to complete your profile setup by adding details such as your name or how many members you'll be working with. Click 'Skip personalization'.
You now have a GitHub account ready to use. Once your account is set up, you can start creating repositories, collaborating on projects, and exploring open-source projects.
Quick answer: To create a GitHub account, click the Sign up button, enter your email and password, choose a username, and click Continue. Verify your email address by entering the code sent to you. Complete your profile setup or skip personalization to finish creating your account.
About this GitHub tutorial
Set up your GitHub profile quickly by following these simple steps to register, verify your email, and start building repositories. This guide shows how to create Github Account in 8 steps, starting with "Click the 'Sign up' button at the top right corner of the page" and finishing with "You now have a GitHub account ready to use. Once your account is set up, you can start...". 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 create Github Account?
8 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 Create Pull Request in Github, How to Customize GitHub Profile and How to Delete a Commit in Github. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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