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Get started with your GitHub profile.

About profiles

Your GitHub profile showcases your work, contributions, and information you choose to share publicly.

Importante

Any details you add to your public profile will be visible to all GitHub users, including in regions where local laws, regulations, or cultural norms may pose risks to expressing your identity. We respect everyone’s decision about whether or not to share information about themselves on their GitHub profile.

Key profile elements

Your profile includes these customizable elements:

  • Personal info: Profile picture, name, bio, and pronouns
  • Status: Shows your current availability and what you're working on
  • Pinned items: Repositories and gists you choose to highlight
  • Contribution activity: Visualizes your work on GitHub
  • Profile README: A customizable section at the top of your profile
  • Achievements and badges: Recognizes your participation in programs or milestones

Profile visibility

You can control the visibility of specific profile elements or set your entire profile to private.

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