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Chiemeka Ifemegbulem · Follow
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Step 1: Remove Stored Credentials (if needed)

1. Open the terminal.

2. Locate the Git credential file. It’s typically stored in the home directory in a
hidden folder called .git-credentials or .gitconfig .

3. Use a text editor or command line to open the file and remove the entry
related to GitHub credentials.

Step 2: Generate a New Personal Access Token on GitHub

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1. Go to your GitHub account settings.

2. Click on “Developer settings” > “Personal access tokens”.

3. Generate a new token with the necessary scopes/permissions.

4. Copy the generated token.

Step 3: Update Git Configuration

1. Open the terminal.

2. Use the following command to configure Git to store the new credentials:

git config --global credential.helper store

This will make Git temporarily store your credentials in a plain text file.

3. Run any Git command that interacts with GitHub to trigger the credentials
prompt:

git pull

It will prompt for your GitHub username and password.

4. Enter your GitHub username and paste the new personal access token as the
password.

Step 4: Verify the Setup

1. After updating the credentials, perform a Git operation that interacts with
GitHub, such as pulling or pushing from a repository.

2. Ensure that the operation executes successfully without asking for credentials
again.

Remember, storing credentials in plain text might not be the most secure option,
so it’s advisable to use a credential manager or helper appropriate for your system

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or integrate Git with SSH keys for enhanced security.

If you encounter any issues or need further assistance with a specific part of
these steps, feel free to ask!

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