Setting up Git™ Version Control

Git Version Control

Overview#

Git Version Control allows you to connect your website to a Git repository and deploy code directly from services such as GitHub.

Using Git makes it easier to track changes, collaborate with developers, and manage website updates.

Before You Begin#

Before creating or cloning a repository, you will need:

• A GitHub account
• A Git repository containing your website or application files
• Access to the repository you want to connect

If you do not already have a GitHub account, create one first.

[Screenshot: GitHub account sign up page]

Step 1: Create a GitHub Account#

1. Visit GitHub.
2. Click Sign Up.
3. Enter your email address.
4. Create a username and password.
5. Verify your account.
6. Complete the registration process.

Once your account is created, you can create repositories and manage your code.

[Screenshot: GitHub registration process]

Step 2: Create a Repository in GitHub#

1. Sign in to GitHub.
2. Click the + icon in the top-right corner.
3. Select New Repository.
4. Enter a repository name.
5. Choose whether the repository should be Public or Private.
6. Click Create Repository.

GitHub will generate a repository URL that you can use when cloning the repository into your hosting account.

Step 3: Open Git Version Control#

1. Log in to your hosting control panel.
2. Navigate to Manage Hosting.
3. Select your hosting package.
4. Click Git Version Control.

You will see options to create or clone repositories.

Step 4: Clone a Repository#

To connect an existing GitHub repository:

1. Locate the Clone a Repository section.
2. Copy your repository URL from GitHub.
3. Paste it into the Clone URL field.
4. Enter the destination folder in Repository Path.
5. Enter a Repository Name.
6. Click Clone Repository.

The hosting platform will download the repository files into your account.

Clone URL#

The Clone URL tells the system which repository to download.

Example formats include:

https://github.com/username/repository.git

git@github.com:username/repository.git

Supported protocols include:

• HTTPS
• SSH
• Git

Repository Path#

The Repository Path determines where the files will be stored.

Example:

/home/sites/37b/c/cdeaf48a17/public_html/

If the folder does not exist, it will be created automatically.

Repository Name#

The Repository Name is used only for display purposes inside the control panel.

It does not affect how the repository works.

Example:

My Website Repository

Repository List#

After cloning or creating a repository, it will appear in the Repository List section.

From there, you can:

• View repositories
• Manage deployments
• Configure repository settings
• Monitor repository activity

Common Uses#

Git Version Control is useful for:

• Website development
• Team collaboration
• Automatic deployments
• Version tracking
• Website backups and rollback management