How to Delete a Forked Repository in Github
- George Apostolov
How to Delete a Forked Repository in Github: step-by-step guide
Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner.
Select 'Your repositories' from the options.
Find and click on the forked repository you want to delete.
In the repository’s main page, click on the 'Settings' tab usually the last tab in the row at the top.
Scroll down to the bottom of the settings page to find the 'Danger Zone' section.
Click on the 'Delete this repository' button.
Click the 'I want to delete this repository' button.
Click on the 'I have read and understand these effects' button.
A dialog box will appear asking you to confirm the deletion. You will need to type the name of the repository as confirmation.
Click on the 'Delete this repository' button.
You may be prompted to enter your GitHub password to confirm the deletion.
Select 'Confirm' to complete the action.
Quick answer: To delete a forked repository in GitHub, click your profile picture, select your repositories, and open the target repo. Navigate to Settings, scroll to the Danger Zone, and click to delete. Confirm by typing the repository name, entering your password if prompted, and selecting Confirm.
About this GitHub tutorial
Permanently remove an unwanted forked project from your GitHub account by following the repository settings and confirmation steps. This guide shows how to delete a Forked Repository in Github in 12 steps, starting with "Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner" and finishing with "Select 'Confirm' to complete the action". 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 delete a Forked Repository in Github?
12 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 Delete a Pushed Commit in Github, How to Delete a Repository in Github and How to Delete Branch in Github. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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