Create Explore GitHub Account

In this guide, you’ll learn how to set up a GitHub account (or use an existing one), navigate the dashboard, and review your billing and plan limits—especially for GitHub Actions minutes and package storage. By the end, you’ll be familiar with the free plan’s offerings and where to find detailed billing documentation.

1. Sign Up for GitHub

1. Go to https://github.com.
2. Click Sign up (or Sign in if you already have an account).
3. Enter your email, password, and username. Opt out of announcements if you prefer.
4. Verify your email by entering the code sent to your inbox.
5. Skip any optional personalization steps to finish setting up your dashboard.

2. Explore the GitHub Dashboard

After signing in, the Dashboard is your central hub for:

• Creating new repositories
• Adding a profile README to showcase your work
• Browsing activity feeds and trending projects

3. Review Billing & Plan Limits for GitHub Actions

To see your current plan and usage:

1. Click your avatar → Settings.
2. In the sidebar, select Billing & plans.

Under the free plan you get:

Scroll down to Usage report to download details by runner OS and see your package storage consumption.

4. Understand GitHub Actions Billing Documentation

For deeper insights, consult the official billing docs. You’ll find:

• How multipliers affect your minute usage
• Per-minute rates by CPU configuration and OS

Below is a simplified rate overview. For the full, up-to-date table, see the official docs.

References

• GitHub Billing for Actions
• GitHub Documentation
• GitHub Features Comparison