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How to Cancel GitHub

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Need to cancel your GitHub subscription? Learn how to do it in a few easy steps and manage your finances effectively.

GitHub is an important software development platform with capabilities like version control, collaboration tools, and code hosting. If you want to cancel your GitHub subscription because you now have a new development environment or simply want to tighten your spending, read on. In this blog post, we will explore the methods of cancellation, refund policy, possible uses for saved funds, and alternative development platforms.

Methods of Cancellation

There are two main ways in which you can cancel your GitHub subscription based on your account type:

Cancel through the Website

Step 1

Log in to your account.

Log into your GitHub account.webp

Step 2

Click ‘Settings’ at the top right corner of the page next to your profile picture.

Select Settings in the top-right hand corner of the page under your profile picture.webp

Step 3

On the Settings sidebar, choose ‘Billing’ and ‘Subscriptions’.

Select Billing and plans under the settings sidebar.webp

Step 4

Under ‘Edit,’ choose ‘Downgrade to Free.’

Step 5

Finally, under ‘Downgrading,’ confirm that you want to unsubscribe from the platform.

Contact support

Step 1

Contact Github via their email address or live chat option.

Step 2

Kindly ask them if they would consider canceling their subscription.

Step 3

Verification may be required to provide information about accounts.

Step 4

The support team will help you terminate the subscription and confirm it.

GitHub Refund Policy

GitHub offers a pro-rata refund policy, which means you will be charged only for the portion of the subscription period you have used. You can get refunds for any unused months that remain in your subscription term; however, GitHub Marketplace purchases are not eligible for refunds.

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How Much Can You Save After Canceling Your GitHub Subscription?

By discontinuing your GitHub subscription, you could save up to a whole lot yearly. Generally, a GitHub subscription costs as low as $10 to $21 per month, depending on the plan subscribed to. In other words, this implies that savings are capped at $252 per user per annum.

Where to Invest That Amount

After freeing up some money by canceling your GitHub subscription, consider investments that match your financial goals.

  1. Invest in individual stocks or index funds for potential long-term growth.

  2. Diversify your portfolio by investing in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum.

  3. Invest in educational programs or certifications to bolster proficiency and boost occupational prospects

  4. Allocate those funds towards any financial goal like retirement accounts, index funds, FD, etc.

Alternatives to GitHub

When considering replacements for GitHub in the areas of version control and team collaboration, you might want to look at:

GitLab

GitLab is a wholly integrated version control system that also includes issue-tracking functions and continuous integration/deployment systems. It acts as a central code collaborating repository, project management, and DevOps automation platform.

Bitbucket

It’s a Git-based source code management tool for developers with features like code collaboration and project management tools. It provides a venue for hosting Git repositories, managing pull requests, and following issues, which makes it compatible with any team size.

Azure DevOps 

Azure DevOps is a cloud-based platform with various tools to enhance software development, including version control systems, agile planning tools, build automation, release management, etc. It helps teams to work together more efficiently by automating workflows and delivering high-quality software faster.

Conclusion

The decision to unsubscribe from GitHub will open new doors to financial liberation and self-advancement. Invest the amount saved wisely and explore other suitable alternatives. Remember the importance of budgeting effectively so that you can stay on track with your spending through the Beem budget planning tool.

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