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+title: Managing your profile README
+intro: You can add a README to your {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %} profile to tell other people about yourself.
+versions:
+  fpt: '*'
+  ghes: '*'
+  ghec: '*'
+permissions: Profile READMEs are not available to {% data variables.enterprise.prodname_managed_users %}.
+redirect_from:
+  - /github/setting-up-and-managing-your-github-profile/managing-your-profile-readme
+  - /github/setting-up-and-managing-your-github-profile/customizing-your-profile/managing-your-profile-readme
+  - /account-and-profile/setting-up-and-managing-your-github-profile/customizing-your-profile/managing-your-profile-readme
+  - /account-and-profile/how-tos/setting-up-and-managing-your-github-profile/customizing-your-profile/managing-your-profile-readme
+shortTitle: Your profile README
+contentType: how-tos
+category:
+  - Customize your profile
 ---
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+{% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %} will display your profile README on your profile page if all of the following are true.
+
+* You've created a repository with a name that matches your {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %} username.
+* The repository is public.
+* The repository contains a file named README.md in its root.
+* The README.md file contains any content.
+
+> [!NOTE]
+> If you created a public repository with the same name as your username before July 2020, {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %} won't automatically show the repository's README on your profile. You can manually trigger a synchronization by editing the README file or choosing to rebuild your profile README in GitHub's account settings.
+
+## Adding a profile README
+
+{% data reusables.profile.create-profile-readme %}
+1. Above the right sidebar, click **Edit README**.
+
+   The generated README file is pre-populated with a template to give you some inspiration for your profile README.
+
+## Formatting your profile README
+
+Your profile README supports {% data variables.product.company_short %} Flavored Markdown, which means you can use rich formatting options to make your profile stand out.
+
+### Suggested content for your profile README
+
+Here are some ideas for content you might include in your profile README:
+
+* **An introduction or "About me" section**: Write a brief introduction describing your background, interests, and professional goals
+* **Skills and expertise**: List your technical skills, programming languages, frameworks, and tools you're proficient with
+* **Professional experience**: Share highlights from your career, projects you're proud of, or roles you've held
+* **Current focus**: Mention what you're currently learning, building, or working on
+* **Contributions you're proud of**: Describe projects or contributions that showcase your best work
+* **Guidance for collaboration**: Let people know how they can contribute to your projects or work with you
+* **Hobbies and interests**: Share non-technical interests to help people get to know you better
+* **Contact or social links**: Include ways for people to reach out or follow your work
+
+### Formatting tips
+
+* **Use headings and sections** to organize your content and make it easy to scan
+* **Add emphasis** with bold (`**text**`) and italic (`*text*`) formatting
+* **Create lists** to highlight key points and skills
+* **Link to your pinned repositories** to showcase your best work
+* **Use badges** to display your tech stack, achievements, or certifications
+* **Add images and GIFs** to make your profile more visually interesting and engaging
+* **Use tables** to organize information like languages, tools, or experience
+
+For detailed formatting guidance, see [AUTOTITLE](/get-started/writing-on-github/getting-started-with-writing-and-formatting-on-github).
+
+### Using emojis
+
+You can enhance your profile README with emojis to add personality and visual interest. For a summary of all the available emojis and their codes, see [Emoji cheat sheet](https://www.webfx.com/tools/emoji-cheat-sheet/).
+
+Common uses for emojis in profile READMEs include:
+* 🎯 Highlighting goals or focus areas
+* 💻 Marking technical skills or tools
+* 🌱 Indicating learning or growth
+* 📚 Referencing resources or learning materials
+* 🤝 Showing collaboration interests
+* ⚡ Emphasizing highlights or important points
+
+## Editing your profile README
+
+You can edit your profile README at any time:
+
+1. Navigate to your GitHub profile
+2. In the profile README section, click the edit icon (pencil) next to your README
+3. Make your changes in the editor
+4. Click **Save** to publish your updates
+
+Changes to your profile README appear immediately on your profile page.
+
+## Removing a profile README
+
+The profile README will be removed from your {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %} profile if any of the following apply:
+
+* The README file is removed or made empty
+* The repository is made private
+* The repository name no longer matches your username due to a change in either or both names
+
+### Recommended removal methods
+
+If you want to stop displaying your profile README, we recommend one of these approaches depending on your needs:
+
+**Option 1: Make the repository private** (recommended if you want to keep the README for personal use)
+1. Navigate to your username-named repository
+2. Go to **Settings**
+3. Under "Danger zone," find "Change repository visibility"
+4. Select **Make private**
+5. Confirm the change
+
+For detailed steps, see [AUTOTITLE](/repositories/managing-your-repositorys-settings-and-features/managing-repository-settings/setting-repository-visibility#changing-a-repositorys-visibility).
+
+**Option 2: Delete the README file** (if you want to remove the content but keep the repository public)
+1. Navigate to your username-named repository
+2. Click the `README.md` file
+3. Click the delete button (trash icon)
+4. Commit the deletion
+
+**Option 3: Clear the README content** (if you want to replace it with something else later)
+1. Edit the `README.md` file
+2. Delete all content
+3. Commit the change
+
+## Updating your profile README
+
+To keep your profile fresh and accurate, consider updating your README:
+
+* When you learn new skills or technologies
+* After completing significant projects
+* When your focus or goals change
+* To refresh formatting, images, or styling
+* To highlight new achievements or contributions
+
+## Tips for an effective profile README
+
+* **Keep it concise**: Visitors often skim profiles, so prioritize key information
+* **Highlight your best work**: Link to your most impressive or relevant projects
+* **Show your personality**: Your README is a chance to stand out—make it uniquely you
+* **Keep it up to date**: An outdated README may give a negative impression
+* **Use white space**: Don't overcrowd your README—use spacing to improve readability
+* **Test formatting**: Preview your changes before saving to ensure everything looks good
+* **Avoid clutter**: Too many emojis, images, or styling can distract from your message
+
+## Examples of profile READMEs
+
+For inspiration, check out these well-designed profile READMEs:
+
+* **GitHub's own examples**: Visit profiles of popular open-source contributors
+* **Showcase repositories**: Search GitHub for "awesome profile README" for curated collections
+* **Community templates**: Many developers share profile README templates for you to customize
+
+## Next steps
+
+* **Learn profile formatting**: For detailed formatting options, see [AUTOTITLE](/get-started/writing-on-github/getting-started-with-writing-and-formatting-on-github)
+* **Pin your best projects**: Showcase your work by pinning repositories to your profile. See [AUTOTITLE](/account-and-profile/how-tos/profile-customization/pinning-items-to-your-profile)
+* **Personalize your profile**: Add a bio, profile picture, and status. See [AUTOTITLE](/account-and-profile/tutorials/personalize-your-profile)
+* **Enhance your resume**: Use your profile to demonstrate skills to potential employers. See [AUTOTITLE](/account-and-profile/tutorials/using-your-github-profile-to-enhance-your-resume)
+* **Reference information**: For more profile settings and options, see [AUTOTITLE](/account-and-profile/reference/profile-reference)
+-
 title: Managing your profile README
 intro: You can add a README to your {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %} profile to tell other people about yourself.
 versions: