How to Tag a Commit in Github
- George Apostolov
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How to Tag a Commit in Github: step-by-step guide
Navigate to your desired repository.
Click 'Add file'.
Select 'Create new file'.
Name your file and add your file content.
Click on the 'Commit changes' button.
Click 'Commit changes'.
After you have created your file, click on the 'Tags' button.
Select 'Releases'.
Click on the 'Draft a new release' button.
Click 'Choose a tag'.
Type your new tag in the tag field and click '+Create new tag'.
Create a release title.
Click on the 'Publish release' button.
That's it! You have successfully tagged a commit in Github. You just have to create a tag for the newest commit in your Github repository.
Quick answer: To tag a commit in GitHub, navigate to your repository, create and commit a new file, then go to Tags and Releases. Click Draft a new release, choose a tag by typing a new one and creating it, add a release title, and publish the release to tag your newest commit.
About this GitHub tutorial
Tag a commit in GitHub by creating a new file, setting up a release tag, adding a title, and publishing your release. This guide shows how to tag a Commit in Github in 14 steps, starting with "Navigate to your desired repository" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully tagged a commit in Github. You just have to create a t...". 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 tag a Commit in Github?
14 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 Test GitHub Actions, How to Trigger Linear Status Changes from GitHub Pulls via Zapier and How to Trigger Webflow Builds from GitHub Pushes via Zapier. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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