How to Git Clone from GitHub
- George Apostolov
How to Git Clone from GitHub: step-by-step guide
Click on your profile and select 'Your repositories'.
Navigate to your desired repository and click on it.
Click on the 'Code' button.
Click on the copy icon to copy the link.
Go to the 'Command Prompt' and click on it.
Type git clone and 'paste copied URL'. Press 'Enter'.
That's it! By following these steps you can now git clone from GitHub.
Quick answer: To git clone from GitHub, select your repositories from your profile, open the desired repository, and click the Code button to copy its link. Next, open the Command Prompt, type git clone, paste the copied URL, and press Enter to complete the process.
About this GitHub tutorial
Download a repository locally by copying the project link from GitHub and running the git clone command in your Command Prompt. This guide shows how to git Clone from GitHub in 7 steps, starting with "Click on your profile and select 'Your repositories'" and finishing with "That's it! By following these steps you can now git clone from GitHub". 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 git Clone from GitHub?
7 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 Hide API Key in GitHub, How to Host a Website on Github and How to Host Github Pages. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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