# How to Fork a Repo in Github

> To fork a repository in GitHub, first find and click on the target repository. Next, click the 'Fork' button at the top right corner of the page, then click 'Create fork' to confirm. After GitHub finishes forking, you will be redirected to your new repository copy.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-fork-a-repo-in-github/
Apps: GitHub
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a3e91ab56e05a00fe65f2/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Find the repository you want to fork by using the search bar or browsing through GitHub and click on it.
2. On the repository's main page, click the 'Fork' button at the top right corner of the page.
3. After clicking, it will create a copy of the repository under your GitHub account. Click 'Create fork' to confirm.
4. GitHub will take a few moments to fork the repository.
5. Once completed, you’ll be redirected to your copy of the repository, which will be located at your Github account.