GitHub Integration

GitHub Credentials

Step 1: Create Access Token on GitHub

Example: Personal Access Token

1. Go to GitHub Settings → Developer Settings → Personal Access Tokens.

2. Click Generate new token.

3. Give your token a descriptive name.

4. Select required scopes:

   • repo (Full control of private repositories)
   • workflow (Update GitHub Action workflows)
   • Other scopes as needed

5. Click Generate token.

6. Copy your token immediately.

💡 Tip: Store your token securely. You won't be able to see it again!

Step 2: Add GitHub Credentials to Cokpit

1. Open Cokpit and go to Integrations → Version Control → GitHub.

2. Click Add secret.

3. Fill in the required fields:

   • Enter a unique Secret Name
   • Enter your GitHub Username
   • Paste your Access Token
   • Enter your GitHub Email

4. Click Submit.

Security Best Practices

• Create tokens with minimal required permissions
• Use different tokens for different applications
• Regularly rotate your access tokens
• Enable two-factor authentication on GitHub
• Monitor token usage in GitHub security logs