How to Generate Your GitHub Personal Access Token (classic)

November 11, 2025 · View on GitHub

中文: 如何获取 PAT

  1. Open https://github.com/settings/tokens/new.
  2. Configure the form as shown below:
    • Note can be any name you like.
    • Set Expiration to No expiration so the token never expires unexpectedly.
    • Select the repo and user scopes.

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  1. Click Generate token.

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  1. Copy the generated token into the PAT input field on the login screen and click Log in.

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Note: PAT stands for Personal Access Token. Store it securely and never share it with anyone.