# How to Set Up a Github Repository

> To set up a new repository in GitHub, click your profile picture, select your repositories, and click new. Next, choose a unique name, add a brief description, and select your desired visibility. Finally, check add a README file and click create repository.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-set-up-a-github-repository/
Apps: GitHub
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a4de0ab56e05a00ff9917/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner.
2. Select ' Your repositories'.
3. Select 'New'.
4. Choose a unique name for your repository.
5. Add a brief description of what the repository is for.
6. Choose your desired visibility.
7. Check 'Add a README file' to provide a basic description of your project.
8. Click 'Create repository'.
9. By following these steps, you can successfully set up a new Github repository.