Create a tag in a GitHub repository

Tags in Git (and GitHub) are super useful when you want to mark specific points in your project's history—like a stable release or a major update. Creating a tag is like putting a sticky note on a particular commit, so you or others can easily reference it later.

 1. Create a Tag Using Git (Command Line)

Lightweight Tag:

  git tag v1.0

Annotated Tag (recommended):

  git tag -a v1.0 -m "Release version 1.0"

The -a flag creates an annotated tag with metadata like the tagger’s name, date, and a message.

 2. Push Tag to GitHub

By default, tags aren't pushed with git push, so you need to do this:

  git push origin v1.0

Or push all tags:

  git push --tags

 3. Create a Tag via GitHub Web UI

1. Go to your repository on GitHub.
   
2. Click on "Releases" > "Draft a new release".
   
3. Enter a tag name (you can create a new one).
   
4. Choose the target commit and fill in release notes.
   
5. Click "Publish release".
   

So, whether you prefer the command line or GitHub’s UI, tagging is a great way to manage releases and track progress. It’s especially helpful when working on collaborative projects or using CI/CD pipelines.