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How to prevent members from deleting or transfering repositories in your GitHub organization

Here is how to prevent members from deleting or transfering repositories in your github organization

  1. First click on your profile picture in the top-right corner of the header
  2. Next click on "Organizations" in the dropdown menu
  3. Click on the "Settings" button next to the organization you want to manage
  4. Click on "Member privileges" in the left sidebar under the Access section
  5. Scroll down to the "Admin repository permissions" section on the settings page
  6. Next locate the "Repository deletion and transfer" option
  7. Then uncheck the "Allow members to delete or transfer repositories for this organization" checkbox
  8. Finally click on the "Save" button to confirm the changes

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Why should you prevent members from deleting or transfering repositories in your GitHub organization

GitHub is a powerful platform for developers to collaborate on and manage code projects.

To ensure the integrity and continuity of your organization’s code, preventing members from deleting or transferring repositories is vital.

Using this feature maintains project stability and avoids accidental loss of critical data, safeguarding your work from potential disruptions.

Additionally, it fosters a secure and organized environment, enabling team members to focus on productivity and innovation without worrying about unauthorized changes.

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April 10, 2026
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