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Get Started with Git LFS

Version large files with Git using an open-source extension.

Getting Started

1

Read the official documentation

The Git LFS team maintains comprehensive docs that cover installation, configuration, and common patterns.

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2

Create an account

Visit the Git LFS website to create your account and explore pricing options.

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3

Review strengths, tradeoffs, and alternatives

Our full tool profile covers Git LFS's strengths, weaknesses, pricing, and how it compares to alternatives.

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Best For

Teams that need to version control large files without bloating their Git repositories.

Projects involving large datasets or media assets where file size management is critical.

Developers who require a seamless integration with existing Git workflows for managing large files.

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