After the creation of the repository

Step 1: Choose the repository, select the settings option from the header.

Step 2 :Scroll to the end of the page up to Danger Zone, in this danger zone, select the change visibility option 

Step 3: Choose the visibility you want.

With the usage of these two approaches we can change the visibility of the repository.

How to Change the Visibility of the GitHub Repository?

GitHub repositories can be either public or private, depending on your preferences and requirements. Public repositories are accessible to everyone, allowing anyone to view and contribute to the code, while private repositories are restricted to specific collaborators. Changing the visibility of a repository is a simple process that can be done through the GitHub web interface. This article will guide you through the steps to change the visibility of your GitHub repository.

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Why Change Repository Visibility?

Privacy: Protect sensitive code and information by making a repository private. Collaboration: Open up your project to the community by making a repository public. Control: Manage who can see and contribute to your project by adjusting its visibility....

Approach 1: At the time of the creation of the repository

In order to change the visibility of the repository at the time of creation, follow the steps depicted below with visual aids as follows:...

Approach 2: After the creation of the repository

Step 1: Choose the repository, select the settings option from the header....

Considerations When Changing Repository Visibility

1. Impact on Collaborators...

Best Practices

1. Regularly Review Repository Visibility...

FAQs

How do I change a public repository to private on GitHub?...

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