GitHub Account Linking
Link your personal GitHub account for build attribution and private repo access. Separate from the GitHub App your project uses.
Link your GitHub account to attribute builds to you and reach private repositories.
Why Link GitHub?
- Connect private repositories to Jamdesk
- Turn on automatic builds on push
- Reach repositories from organizations you belong to
Linking Your Account
1
Go to SettingsClick your avatar and select Settings.
2
Select ConnectionsOpen the Connections tab.
3
Click Connect GitHubSelect Connect GitHub Account.
4
Authorize JamdeskReview the permissions and click Authorize in GitHub.
Permissions Requested
Jamdesk requests these permissions:
| Permission | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Read repository contents | Access your documentation files |
| Read repository metadata | List your repositories |
| Webhooks | Receive push notifications for automatic builds |
Jamdesk never writes to your repositories. Access is read-only.
Unlinking Your Account
- Go to Settings → Connections
- Click Disconnect next to GitHub
- Confirm the disconnection
Disconnecting GitHub turns off automatic builds for every project you have. Reconnect to turn them back on.
Organization Repositories
- Go to the organization's settings on GitHub
- Open Third-party access → OAuth Apps
- Find Jamdesk and click Grant access
No Grant option? Ask an organization admin to approve Jamdesk.