GitHub integration in ClickUp

The GitHub integration in ClickUp lets your team connect code activity directly to work management, so developers and project managers can collaborate around the same tasks without switching tools all day.

This how-to guide walks you through setting up the integration, managing repositories, linking pull requests to tasks, and using GitHub data to keep your ClickUp Spaces up to date.

Before you start with ClickUp and GitHub

Before you connect GitHub to ClickUp, make sure you have the right access in both platforms. This prevents setup issues and ensures your team sees the right repos and activity.

• Access to the workspace in ClickUp where you want to enable the integration.
• A GitHub account with permission to authorize apps and access the repositories you want to link.
• Clarity on which Spaces, Folders, and Lists in ClickUp should map to your development work.

The integration works for GitHub.com. If your organization uses GitHub for code review and collaboration, you can align it with your task hierarchy in ClickUp.

How to connect GitHub to ClickUp

Use these steps to add the GitHub integration to your ClickUp workspace and authorize your repositories.

Step 1: Open the GitHub integration settings in ClickUp

1. Sign in to your ClickUp workspace.
2. Open your avatar or workspace settings menu.
3. Navigate to the integrations or apps section.
4. Find and select the GitHub integration option.

This brings you to the setup screen where you will connect your GitHub account to ClickUp.

Step 2: Authorize GitHub for ClickUp

1. Click the button to connect or authorize GitHub.
2. You will be redirected to GitHub and prompted to sign in if needed.
3. Review the requested permissions for the ClickUp app in GitHub.
4. Confirm authorization so ClickUp can read and link activity from your repositories.

After authorization, GitHub returns you to ClickUp where you can select which repositories to link.

Step 3: Select GitHub repositories for your ClickUp workspace

1. In the GitHub integration panel, choose the organization or user account.
2. Browse the list of repositories available under that account.
3. Select the repos you want to connect with your ClickUp workspace.
4. Save your selections to finish the basic integration setup.

You can return to these settings later to add or remove repositories as your projects change.

How to manage repositories in ClickUp

Once GitHub is connected, you can manage which repositories are visible and used inside ClickUp. This lets you align only the relevant code bases with your task lists.

Enable or disable repositories

1. Open the GitHub integration settings in ClickUp.
2. View the list of connected organizations and repositories.
3. Toggle individual repositories on or off as needed.
4. Save changes so that only active repos remain available for task linking.

Disabling a repository prevents new associations from being created in ClickUp while keeping any historical data that has already been logged.

Change repository visibility across ClickUp Spaces

You might not want every repository visible in every part of your workspace. Use Space-level configuration to keep GitHub activity relevant.

1. Go to the Space where development work is managed.
2. Open the Space settings menu.
3. Locate the GitHub integration section for that Space.
4. Choose which connected repositories should be available for that specific Space.

This keeps your ClickUp Spaces focused on the codebases that matter for each team or project.

How to link GitHub activity to ClickUp tasks

After setup, the main value of the integration comes from linking branches, commits, and pull requests directly to your tasks in ClickUp. This creates a live connection between code and work items.

Link pull requests and branches from GitHub to ClickUp

To associate a pull request or branch with a task:

1. Open the relevant task in ClickUp.
2. Locate the GitHub section or widget attached to the task view.
3. Click to search existing pull requests or branches from the connected repositories.
4. Select the item you want to link to the task.

Once linked, details from GitHub appear inside the ClickUp task, so team members can review status without leaving the workspace.

Create GitHub branches from ClickUp tasks

You can also initiate development work directly from a task:

1. Open a task in ClickUp that needs development changes.
2. Use the GitHub integration panel within the task.
3. Choose the option to create a new branch.
4. Name the branch and select the repository where it should be created.
5. Confirm to generate the branch in GitHub.

The newly created branch automatically associates with the task, helping you trace work from planning to merge.

View GitHub status inside ClickUp

Linked GitHub activity appears in the task as structured information. You can typically see:

• Pull request titles and links.
• Branch names tied to the task.
• Merge status and related updates.
• Quick access to open the item directly in GitHub.

This makes ClickUp the central place for both technical and non-technical stakeholders to follow progress.

Best practices for using GitHub with ClickUp

To get the most from the GitHub integration, set clear conventions so your ClickUp tasks stay organized and useful.

Standardize task and branch naming

• Include task IDs from ClickUp in your branch names or pull request titles.
• Use consistent prefixes for feature, bugfix, and hotfix branches.
• Document your naming rules in a Space-level guideline.

These patterns make it easier to search and associate GitHub work with specific tasks in ClickUp.

Align Spaces and repositories

• Map each core repository to the correct Space in ClickUp.
• Avoid connecting unrelated repos to a single Space to reduce noise.
• Review repository connections regularly as teams or products change.

Keeping a clear mapping ensures that ClickUp views remain focused and relevant for each team.

Use ClickUp for collaboration around code

• Discuss requirements and acceptance criteria in ClickUp tasks before opening pull requests.
• Attach design files, documents, and links alongside GitHub activity so context stays in one place.
• Use task statuses and custom fields to mirror your development workflow.

With these practices, GitHub handles code while ClickUp tracks the work, decisions, and communication surrounding each change.

Troubleshooting the GitHub integration in ClickUp

If GitHub data is not appearing correctly in ClickUp, start with these common checks.

• Confirm that your GitHub authorization for ClickUp has not been revoked.
• Verify that the repository is enabled in the integration settings.
• Check that the correct Space has access to the repository.
• Ensure that branches and pull requests are linked to tasks using the integration panel.

For detailed, official instructions and the latest limitations or updates, review the GitHub integration article on the ClickUp Help Center at this page.

Next steps and additional resources

Once your GitHub integration is live, you can expand how you use ClickUp by adding automations, custom views, and dashboards that surface development metrics from linked tasks.

If you want expert help building a scalable workspace around your engineering process, you can explore consulting resources such as Consultevo for broader implementation advice.

By connecting GitHub with ClickUp and following the steps in this guide, your team can keep planning, coding, and collaboration aligned in a single, organized workflow.

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