How-To2026-10-262 min read

Create a GitHub Prerelease for Beta

Draft a release for the intended tag and mark it as a prerelease to communicate instability. The label does not deploy software, restrict distribution or create a beta access program by itself.

Step-by-step guide

01

Check access and scope

You need repository write access and an agreed beta artifact, tag and feedback channel. Check release immutability settings before publishing assets.

02

Confirm source and tag

Confirm the source commit and version tag for the beta.

03

Draft the beta release

Draft a new release from repository Releases.

  • Worked example: A beta invite-flow client should explain compatibility, rollback steps and where testers report expired-link behavior. Keep production rollout approval separate from availability of the downloadable artifact.
04

Write compatibility guidance

Add accurate notes, known limitations and installation or upgrade instructions.

05

Attach matching artifacts

Attach the intended artifacts and select This is a pre-release.

06

Review the draft

Review the draft and verify links and assets before publication.

07

Verify the result

The draft identifies the beta clearly and its assets, instructions and known limitations refer to the same version.

Common mistakes

Check the handoff edge case

Attaching artifacts from a different commit undermines the version identity. Verify that tag, notes and downloadable assets describe the same build.

Sources and verification

Based on product documentation checked on 2026-10-24. This is a documentation-based guide, not a hands-on benchmark. Features and availability can change.

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