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Push Protection for Private Repos #197712
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🏷️ Discussion TypeQuestion 💬 Feature/Topic AreaSecret scanning Discussion DetailsI am inquiring about the availability of push protection for private repositories. I followed the steps outlined in the GitHub documentation (https://docs.github.com/en/code-security/how-tos/secure-your-secrets/prevent-future-leaks/enabling-push-protection-for-your-repository), but I do not see the option to enable push protection in the settings for my private repositories; it only appears for public repositories. |
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Sahil-Mansuri-15
Jun 2, 2026
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Push protection for private repositories requires GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS) to be enabled. This is why the option is not visible in your private repo settings — it is a paid feature for private repos, while public repos get it for free.
How to enable it for private repos:
Step 1 — Check your plan:
Push protection on private repos is available on:
If you are on a personal free/pro plan, push protection is only available for public repositories.
Step 2 — If you have GHAS, enable it at org level first:
Go to:
Org Settings → Code Security → GitHub Advanced Security → EnableThen enable…