Using a GitHub Stars Service Responsibly
What a GitHub Stars service does
A GitHub Stars service adds stars to a public repository you specify. Stars are a public signal that people find a project interesting or useful, and higher visibility can help during a launch, a portfolio update, or open-source promotion.
To use the service you provide the full repository URL (for example https://github.com/owner/repo) and keep your order ID to track fulfillment. We never ask for your GitHub password.
Set realistic expectations
Stars are a visibility signal, not a guarantee of outcomes. This service does not promise search rankings, funding, hiring results, or placement in GitHub's official recommendations. Treat added stars as supplementary exposure, not a substitute for a genuinely useful project and good documentation.
Know GitHub's policies and the risks
GitHub's Acceptable Use Policies prohibit inauthentic activity and artificially influencing signals such as stars. Accounts and repositories that violate these policies can be flagged or restricted by GitHub. You are responsible for how you use any service on your account, so read GitHub's Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policies before ordering and decide what is appropriate for your situation.
Because of this, the most durable strategy is to combine any visibility boost with real substance: a clear README, working examples, and genuine outreach to the communities that would benefit.
How to get the best legitimate result
Before promoting a repository, make sure the project is easy to understand in the first ten seconds: a concise description, a screenshot or demo, install steps, and a license. Then share it where interested developers actually gather.
If an order is not fulfilled as described, or you are charged twice, contact support with your order ID for a reissue or refund under the refund policy.
References
This guide is written and maintained by the GitHub Growth Hub team.