can't authenticate access to GitHub using git clone command in terminal

[bgersten]

Here is the output from an attempted clone in git from a new empty repo:
brianxxxxx@Brians-Mac-Studio remote_repo % ls
brianxxxxx@Brians-Mac-Studio remote_repo % git clone https://github.com/bxxxxx/zen_remote.git
Cloning into 'zen_remote'...
Username for 'https://github.com': bxxxxx
Password for 'https://bxxxxx@github.com':
remote: Write access to repository not granted.
fatal: unable to access 'https://github.com/bxxxxx/zen_remote.git/': The requested URL returned error: 403

Notice that there is no apparent entry for 'Password'. I did generate a personal access token and tried to enter that as the password with 'passkey' chosen as the method of 2FA. (Apparently 'passwords' are deprecated for authorization and no longer function. Tried using sign-up password but that failed, too.) There was no visible sign that anything was actually entered on that line! The rectangular cursor had an illustration of a key inside of it.

I also tied to use SMS TOTP code but got the same result. What else do I need to do to successfully connect to GitHub?

[naveen-98]

Here are the steps to troubleshoot and resolve the Git cloning issue you're encountering:

1. Verify Permissions:

Ownership or Collaborator Access: Ensure you're either the owner of the repository or have been added as a collaborator with write access. Check with the repository owner if you're unsure.
Organization Membership: If the repository belongs to an organization, make sure you're a member of the team with appropriate permissions.

2. Correct Token Usage:

Personal Access Token (PAT):
Generate a new PAT with the "repo" scope selected.
Copy the token securely.
When prompted for the password during cloning, paste the PAT instead of your regular password.
Password Prompt Behavior: The lack of visible characters when entering the PAT is expected for security reasons.

3. Clear Cached Credentials:

Git Credential Manager:
Run git credential-manager uninstall to remove cached credentials.
Reinstall it using git credential-manager install.

4. Address 2FA Issues:

SMS TOTP Issues:
Double-check the code for accuracy and re-enter it.
If issues persist, consider switching to a different 2FA method.
Passkey Method:
Ensure you're entering the correct passkey when prompted.

5. Alternative Authentication Methods:

SSH:
Generate an SSH key pair and add the public key to your GitHub account.
Use the SSH URL for cloning: git clone git@github.com:bxxxxx/zen_remote.git

[bgersten]

Hello, I tried to Verify Permissions, as suggesred below, with this GitHub search: Search GitHub: repo:bgersten/zen_remote verify permissions and got the following reply: This repository's code has not been indexed yet. Try again later. repo:bgersten/zen_remote verify permissions Should I assume that this is the reason I cannot get authentication to clone from my local repository to my GitHub repo? How long does it take to get indexed? Should I continue the troubleshooting tips? Thanks, bgersten

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On Jan 26, 2024, at 11:35 PM, Naveen Wijesinghe ***@***.***> wrote: Here are the steps to troubleshoot and resolve the Git cloning issue you're encountering: • Verify Permissions: Ownership or Collaborator Access: Ensure you're either the owner of the repository or have been added as a collaborator with write access. Check with the repository owner if you're unsure. Organization Membership: If the repository belongs to an organization, make sure you're a member of the team with appropriate permissions. • Correct Token Usage: Personal Access Token (PAT): Generate a new PAT with the "repo" scope selected. Copy the token securely. When prompted for the password during cloning, paste the PAT instead of your regular password. Password Prompt Behavior: The lack of visible characters when entering the PAT is expected for security reasons. • Clear Cached Credentials: Git Credential Manager: Run git credential-manager uninstall to remove cached credentials. Reinstall it using git credential-manager install. • Address 2FA Issues: SMS TOTP Issues: Double-check the code for accuracy and re-enter it. If issues persist, consider switching to a different 2FA method. Passkey Method: Ensure you're entering the correct passkey when prompted. • Alternative Authentication Methods: SSH: Generate an SSH key pair and add the public key to your GitHub account. Use the SSH URL for cloning: git clone ***@***.***:bxxxxx/zen_remote.git — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub, or unsubscribe. You are receiving this because you authored the thread.