You cannot directly share a link to a private GitHub repository with someone who doesn't have access. Instead, you need to grant them access to the repository. Here's how:
Granting Access to a Private Repository
- Navigate to the repository: Go to the GitHub page of your private repository.
- Click "Settings": Find the "Settings" button, usually located on the right side of the repository page.
- Select "Manage access": In the Settings menu, choose "Manage access".
- Add collaborators: Click on the "Add people" button to invite collaborators.
- Choose access level: Select the appropriate access level for the collaborator, such as "Read", "Write", or "Admin".
- Send invitation: Enter the collaborator's GitHub username and send the invitation.
Once the collaborator accepts the invitation, they will have access to the repository and can view its contents.
Sharing a Link to a Public Repository
If you want to share a link to a public repository, you can simply copy the URL from your browser's address bar. This link will be accessible to anyone.
Sharing a Link to a Specific File or Folder
You can also share a link to a specific file or folder within a private repository. To do this:
- Navigate to the file or folder: Go to the file or folder you want to share.
- Click "Raw": Find the "Raw" button, usually located near the top of the file or folder page.
- Copy the link: Copy the URL from your browser's address bar.
This link will allow anyone with access to the repository to view the specific file or folder.
Note: Sharing a link to a private repository does not automatically grant access to its contents. The recipient will need to have been granted access by the repository owner.
