Pixibly lets you drag and drop images to upload them directly to your own GitHub repository and generate a shareable link — instantly and securely.

Before using Pixibly, you need to complete two quick steps:

Step 1: Create a GitHub Repository and Get the Repo URL

Pixibly uploads images to a GitHub repository that you control. You can use an existing repo or create a new one just for image hosting (recommended).

How to Create a Repo:

1. Go to https://github.com/new
2. Name your repository something like pixibly-pics
3. Choose either Public or Private:
   1. If you want to share images publicly (e.g., post links on websites or send to others), you must choose Public
   2. Private repos will still work, but only you (and collaborators) can view the uploaded images
4. Click Create repository
5. Once created, copy the full repo URL, e.g.: https://github.com/yourusername/pixibly-pics
6. Paste this URL into the Repo URL field in Pixibly’s Settings page.

Step 2: Generate a GitHub Fine-Grained Personal Access Token

Pixibly uses your GitHub token to upload files to the repository. For best security and control, we recommend using a fine-grained personal access token.

How to Get a Token:

1. Go to https://github.com/settings/personal-access-tokens
2. Click “Generate new token”
3. Fill in the following:
   1. Token name: Pixibly
   2. Expiration: Depends on you, 30 or 90 days is recommended
   3. Resource owner: Select your personal GitHub account
   4. Repository access: Choose Only select repositories and check the box for your new image repo
   5. Permissions:
      1. Under Repository permissions, find Contents
      2. Set it to Read and write
4. Click Generate token
5. Copy the token (GitHub will show it only once)
6. Paste it into the GitHub Token field in Pixibly’s Settings page

You’re Ready to Go!

Now you’re fully set up. You can drag and drop images into Pixibly, or choose files manually — they’ll be uploaded to your GitHub repo and you’ll get an instant shareable link.

If you need help or want advanced usage tips (like customizing upload paths or managing history), visit the Support page or contact us.