GitHub Ruleset Generator
Configure advanced repository protection and export JSON recipes in seconds
Policy Enforcement
Apply consistent rules across multiple branches or the entire repository with high granularity.
Import Ready
Generates GitHub-compatible JSON that you can upload directly in Settings › Rules › Rulesets.
Fast Deployment
Avoid manual UI clicking for every repo. Create your perfect recipe once and reuse it everywhere.
Repository Rulesets vs. Branch Protection
Traditional Branch Protection
- Limited to one branch at a time
- Cannot exclude site admins easily
- Manual configuration via GitHub UI
Modern Repository Rulesets
- Target multiple branches with patterns
- Enforce across many repos (at Org level)
- Import/Export via JSON (using this tool!)
DevOps FAQs
How do I import the generated JSON?
Go to your GitHub Repository Settings › Code and automation › Rules › Rulesets. Click 'New ruleset', select 'Import from JSON', and paste the content from this tool.
Can I enforce these rules globally?
Yes. GitHub Rulesets can be configured at the Organization level to enforce policies across all repositories in your organization simultaneously.
What is the 'Evaluate' mode?
Evaluation mode allows you to see if a ruleset would block any actions without actually enforcing the rules yet. It's perfect for testing new policies.
Does this support bypass lists?
The generated JSON includes the structure for bypass actors. You can specify users, teams, or apps that are exempt from the rules directly in the GitHub UI after importing.
Part of the Tools Lab by Azeem Shafeeq