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How to Add Contributors to Github

Updated on:
June 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to invite collaborators to a GitHub repository.

Quick summary

Adding contributors to a GitHub repository requires navigating to the repository's Settings and using the Collaborators section to send an invitation. Once the invitee accepts the invitation, they gain the level of access you selected.


Steps

  1. Go to the repository where you want to add contributors.
  2. Click on the Settings tab near the top right of the repository page.
  3. In the left sidebar, click on the Collaborators button.
  4. Confirm your identity by entering your GitHub password and clicking the Confirm button.
  5. Click on the Add people button.
  6. Enter the GitHub username, full name, or email of the person you want to add.
  7. Click Add — the user will receive an invitation to accept.
  8. Select the level of access you want to grant the new collaborator.
  9. The invitee must accept the invitation to become an active collaborator on the repository.

📌 Why this matters

Managing access to a GitHub repository is essential for any team collaborating on code. The ability to add contributors and assign granular permission levels — directly from repository Settings — ensures that only the right people can read, write, or administer your codebase. GitHub's collaborator invitation workflow also requires explicit acceptance, adding a layer of security that prevents unauthorized access. This makes contributor management a critical skill for developers, project leads, and open-source maintainers alike.
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