Github
GitHub is a code hosting and version control platform for developers to collaborate on software projects.
Website
Industry
Website
Share this article:

How to limit interactions to existing users for 3 days in a GitHub repository

Here is how to limit interactions to existing users for 3 days in a github repository

  1. First, open the repository where you want to limit interactions
  2. Next click on "Settings" tab in the navigation menu
  3. In the left settings sidebar, click on "Moderation options"
  4. Then click on "Interaction limits" in the submenu
  5. Next locate the "Limit to existing users" option
  6. Then click on "Enable" dropdown button next to it
  7. Finally set the duration to "3 days" from the dropdown menu

Create your own interactive guide with Guideflow

Why should you limit interactions to existing users for 3 days in a GitHub repository

GitHub is the leading platform where developers collaborate and manage code seamlessly.

The "limit interactions to existing users for 3 days" feature enhances control and community management within a repository.

By enabling this setting, project maintainers can temporarily restrict discussions to existing members, minimizing disruptions.

This is particularly beneficial when facing influxes of new, unverified users and can help maintain focus on productive, constructive interaction.

Last update
March 31, 2026
Cursor MariaA cursor points to a button labeled "James."

Create your first demo in less than 30 seconds.