How to Change Username in Sourcetree: 1-Min Guide

How to Change Username in Sourcetree

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June 5, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to update your username and email in Sourcetree.

Quick summary

Changing your username in Sourcetree is done through the repository's Advanced settings, where you can set a per-repo name and email. This override applies only to the selected repository, leaving your global Git configuration untouched.

Steps

Open the repository in Sourcetree and navigate to the repository Settings.
Inside Repository Settings, click the Advanced tab.
Enter your new name and email in the provided fields.
Click OK to save the changes — the new username will apply only to this repository.

📌 Why this matters

Sourcetree allows developers to set a per-repository username and email, making it easy to separate work and personal Git identities without changing global settings. This is essential for developers who contribute to multiple projects under different accounts or organizations. By updating the name and email in the repository's Advanced settings, teams ensure accurate commit attribution and cleaner Git history. This granular control helps avoid misattributed commits and keeps project collaboration organized and professional.

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