> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ox.security/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ox.security/get-started/onboarding-to-ox/source-control/github.md). # GitHub GitHub provides cloud-based hosting for software development and version control using Git. It offers distributed version control and source code management capabilities. By connecting GitHub to OX, you enable the system to map your applications and scan them for security issues. In addition, when connecting GitHub, GitHub Actions is a CI/CD platform that automates the build, test, and deployment pipeline. Before deciding on the connection method you are going to use, learn about [the connection methods used in OX](/get-started/onboarding-to-ox/source-control/connection-methods.md). The following connection methods are available: * [GitHub App](/get-started/onboarding-to-ox/source-control/github/github-app.md) * [GitHub Identity Provider](/get-started/onboarding-to-ox/source-control/github/github-identity-provider.md) * [GitHub Token](/get-started/onboarding-to-ox/source-control/github/github-token.md) ### GitHub Server Options * **GitHub.com (Public SaaS)**: If you are using the public GitHub server, you can log in using either the Identity Provider or Token method. The Token method defaults to the public GitHub server address. * **GitHub Enterprise (Private Server)**: If you are using a private GitHub instance, select the Token login option and provide your GitHub server URL. ## Connecting Multiple Accounts You can connect multiple source control accounts within the same organization, securing them all under a single organization in the OX platform. For instance, you can connect multiple GitLab accounts under one organization using multiple token connections, multiple identity providers, or multiple apps connections. Integrating with multiple accounts is especially beneficial for large organizations where different departments may need separate credentials to access different GitLab instances or other services. The integration is flexible and robust because you can combine different connection methods, such as using tokens for more sensitive accounts and apps and identity providers for less sensitive ones. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://docs.ox.security/get-started/onboarding-to-ox/source-control/github.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.