Git Push Branch to GitHub

Push Branch to GitHub

This chapter explains how to push a branch from your local computer to GitHub.

Push a Branch to GitHub

Let's create a new local branch, make a change, and push it to GitHub.

git checkout -b update-readme
Switched to a new branch 'update-readme'

Edit a file, then check the status:

git status
On branch update-readme
Changes not staged for commit:
  (use "git add <file>..." to update what will be committed)
  (use "git restore <file>..." to discard changes in working directory)
        modified:   README.md

no changes added to commit (use "git add" and/or "git commit -a")

Add and commit your changes:

git add README.md
git commit -m "Update readme for GitHub"

Push your branch to GitHub:

git push origin update-readme

Push and Set Upstream

Use this if your branch doesn't exist on GitHub yet, and you want to track it:

git push --set-upstream origin update-readme

Force Push

Warning: This overwrites the branch on GitHub with your local changes. Only use if you understand the risks.

git push --force origin update-readme

Delete Remote Branch

Remove a branch from GitHub:

git push origin --delete update-readme

Push All Branches

Push all your local branches to GitHub:

git push --all origin

Push Tags

Push all your tags to GitHub:

git push --tags

Troubleshooting

• Rejected push (non-fast-forward): Someone else pushed changes before you. Run git pull --rebase first, then try again.
• Authentication failed: Make sure you are logged in and have permission to push to the repository.
• Remote branch not found: Double-check the branch name and spelling.