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How to restrict issue deletion to organization owners only in your GitHub organization

Here is how to restrict issue deletion to organization owners only 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 "Issue deletion" section
  6. Then uncheck the "Allow repository administrators to delete issues for this organization" checkbox
  7. Finally click on "Save" button to save the changes

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Why should you restrict issue deletion to organization owners only in your GitHub organization

GitHub is a powerful platform for collaborative software development and code management.

Restricting issue deletion to organization owners only ensures a higher level of control over important project data. When only organization owners have the authority to delete issues, it prevents accidental or unauthorized removal of critical information, maintaining project integrity.

This feature enhances accountability and clarity within your team, as every issue remains visible to all collaborators. By implementing this restriction, you safeguard your project's workflow and ensure transparency within your GitHub organization.

Last update
April 10, 2026
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