Transfer Repos from an Old GitHub Account

Many developers face the challenge of losing access to an old or inactive GitHub account. This can happen if you forget your password, lose your recovery email, or change your phone number without updating two-factor authentication. An inactive account may contain valuable repositories, project history, or contributions that you don’t want to lose.

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The safest way to regain access is by using GitHub’s official recovery tools. Start by resetting your password with the registered email address. If you no longer have access to that email, check whether you had added recovery options such as SSH keys or personal access tokens. In case two-factor authentication is blocking your login, GitHub provides backup codes and support forms that can verify your identity.

Another option is to transfer repositories to a new account once you regain control, ensuring your work remains secure and visible to collaborators. It’s also a good idea to enable updated recovery emails, link your GitHub to a verified phone number, and activate two-factor authentication for added security.