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How to enable preserving a repository in the GitHub Archive Program

Here is how to enable preserving a repository in the github archive program

First, open the repository you want to manage
Next click on the "Settings" tab in the top navigation menu
Click on the "General" option in the left settings sidebar
Then scroll down to the “Features” section and locate the “Preserve this repository” option
Finally click on the "Preserve this repository" checkbox to enable the feature

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Why should you enable preserving a repository in the GitHub Archive Program

GitHub is a dynamic platform designed to host, manage, and track version changes in software projects collaboratively.

The GitHub Archive Program preserves repositories for future generations, ensuring that today’s digital creations remain accessible, even as active development might cease.

By enabling this feature, developers help protect vital open-source software artifacts, contributing to a legacy of innovation and access to the technology-driven world of tomorrow.

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March 31, 2026

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