How to Fork a Repository in Bitbucket
- George Apostolov
How to Fork a Repository in Bitbucket: step-by-step guide
On Bitbucket's main dashboard, find and click the specific repository you wish to fork.
Under the Source tab, click the 'More Options' button at the top-right corner.
Select 'Fork this Repository' from the list of options.
After that, provide all the necessary information and then configure the corresponding settings.
Once done, tap 'Fork Repository' to proceed.
After completing these steps, the selected Bitbucket repository will be forked accordingly.
Quick answer: To fork a repository in Bitbucket, navigate to your desired repository from the main dashboard. Open the 'More Options' menu under the Source tab, select 'Fork this Repository', configure your settings, and finally tap 'Fork Repository' to complete the process.
About this Bitbucket tutorial
Easily create a copy of any project by forking a repository in Bitbucket with this step-by-step guide. This guide shows how to fork a Repository in Bitbucket in 6 steps, starting with "On Bitbucket's main dashboard, find and click the specific repository you wish to fork" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected Bitbucket repository will be forked accordingly". 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 fork a Repository in Bitbucket?
6 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 Generate an SSH Key For a Bitbucket Account, How to Give Access to the Bitbucket Repository and How to Install Anbennar via Bitbucket. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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