How to Use Sourcetree with GitHub
- George Apostolov
How to Use Sourcetree with GitHub: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Remote' section of your Sourcetree.
Go to the Accounts tab and click '+ Add an account'.
Choose 'GitHub' as your hosting service.
Choose 'HTTPS' as your preferred protocol.
Click 'Refresh OAuth Token' to paste your GitHub token.
Click 'OK' to save the hosting account.
Sourcetree is now linked to your GitHub account.
Quick answer: To link GitHub with Sourcetree, go to the Remote section, open the Accounts tab, and click Add an account. Select GitHub as the hosting service and HTTPS as the protocol. Refresh the OAuth token to paste your GitHub token, then click OK to save the hosting account.
About this GitHub tutorial
Connect your GitHub account to Sourcetree by adding an account, selecting HTTPS, and refreshing your OAuth token to save the configuration. This guide shows how to use Sourcetree with GitHub in 7 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Remote' section of your Sourcetree" and finishing with "Sourcetree is now linked to your GitHub account". 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 use Sourcetree with 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 and Sourcetree. Related guides: Github Actions How to Use Environment Variables, How to Accept Github Invitation and How to Add Collaborators on Github. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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