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GitHub username checker, live

Type a name: we verify it on GitHub and 18 other channels at the same time, in about five seconds.

Free, no signup. Names disappear every day: free this morning does not mean free tonight.

GitHub username rules

Up to 39 characters. Letters, numbers and dashes. Cannot start or end with a dash.

For dev tools, GitHub is your storefront. The org name should match the product name people star and install.

Good to know

Should my GitHub org match my product name?

Yes. npm installs, badges and stars all point at the org name. A mismatch costs you recognition on every README.

Does GitHub release inactive usernames?

Only in narrow cases through support. Better to pick a name that is free, or monitor the one you want.

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