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Discover how to manage your Git username and email settings for better visibility on GitHub. Learn why your Git username may not show as expected on your repositories.
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Understanding Git Username Visibility on GitHub.com: What You Need to Know

When you use Git for version control, you probably appreciate the ability to customize your username and email. However, it can be confusing to understand where that information is displayed, especially when interacting with platforms like GitHub. Many users wonder: Where does my server Git username show up on GitHub.com?

In this guide, we'll break down the answer to this common question and provide clarity on how GitHub interacts with your local Git settings.

The Role of git config

When you configure your Git settings using the commands:

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You're essentially setting up two crucial pieces of information:

Username: This is the display name that will appear on your commits.

Email: This is the email address associated with those commits.

But what happens when you push those commits to GitHub?

Understanding GitHub's Username Display

When you push your commits to GitHub, the platform has specific logic determining how your user information is displayed:

Matching Email Address:

If the user.email you configured in Git matches an email already registered with a GitHub account, GitHub will display your GitHub username instead of the name you set with user.name.

Non-Registered Email Address:

If you push a commit with an email that is not associated with any GitHub account, GitHub will use the name set in user.name. In this case, it will be displayed as plain text and will not be a link to a GitHub account.

Key Takeaways

To summarize the visibility of your Git username on GitHub:

If the email you used in Git config is linked to a GitHub account:

Your GitHub username will display on your commits.

If you've used a non-registered email:

The name set with user.name will show up, but it will not serve as a clickable link to a user account.

Conclusion

Understanding how Git configuration works in conjunction with GitHub can ensure that you present yourself accurately in your repositories. Always double-check that your user.email matches an email registered on GitHub if you want your contributions to reflect your GitHub identity.

If you have any more questions about Git or GitHub, feel free to ask!