Introduction
In order to start your backups, you will need to install our GitHub app. By granting us access via GitHub's own secure API login you'll ensure all your repositories and gists are secured for automation.
Step 1
For new users
When you login for the first time you will be brought to the App connectors page. Select Connect under GitHub.
For existing users
- From anywhere
Navigate to the left hand menu and select App connectors.
- From the Dashboard
In the top right, select + Connect new app.
Step 2
Enter either your Username or Email used for your GitHub account. At the warning prompt, select Install GitHub app.
IMPORTANT
This is required with GitHub's API to verify that you are the account holder.
NOTE
Auto-add new will only add newly created repositories after the app has been installed.
Step 3
Select Install at the first prompt, Install again, Authorize BackupLABS, and Authorize BackupLABS again at the final prompt.
IMPORTANT
Do not change any of the settings on these pages.
Step 4
Navigate to the left hand menu and select GitHub under Your Protected Apps to begin your backups.