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How to change a team’s permission to maintain in a repository in your GitHub organization

Here is how to change a team’s permission to maintain in a repository in your github organization

  1. First navigate to your organization repository
  2. Next click on "Settings" tab in the top navigation menu
  3. Click on "Collaborators and teams" in the left sidebar under Access section
  4. Then, find the team whose permission you want to change
  5. Next click on the role dropdown button next to the team name
  6. Finally select "Maintain" role option from the dropdown menu

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Why should you change a team’s permission to maintain in a repository in your GitHub organization

GitHub is a leading platform for version control and collaborative software development.

Changing a team's permission to maintain a repository in your GitHub organization enhances collaboration by empowering designated teams with greater control over repository management. This feature ensures that teammates can update and manage the repository settings efficiently, fostering a more dynamic and responsive development environment.

By optimizing team permissions, you streamline workflows and allow team members to contribute more effectively, boosting overall productivity and teamwork.

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April 13, 2026
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