Matlab Github integration on 2021a "incorrect username and password"

I am following this MATLAB Youtube video on how to use source control in matlab on Github

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7A27uMduo0

I am using MacOS. I first created a private github repository whose https is https://github.com/myUser/repName.git. I then created an empty folder, and, in MATLAB, i right-clicked on the empty folder directory, selected "source control > manage files" and copied the above https repository address under "repository path". MATLAB then asks me to fill in my github username and password, where I use the same ones I key in to access my github on my web browser. However, MATLAB insists that I am using and incorrect username and password, even though they are correct.

Again, I am following exactly the same procedure as in the MATLAB video linked above. I have not configured any of the SSH. Should I do this before following the steps in the video?

thank you,

[Roche de Guzman]

I'm having the same issue.

[Alireza Bazargani]

same here!

[Ohad Forman]

Same!!!

[Zhipeng Ding]

Yes, I follow the same video and get the problem vith R2021b, Could some expert help us?? thanks

[Luigi Scorzato]

same here

Answer 1

[Martin Domeny]

You have to set up a personal access token (PAT) for your github account, and use that as password in matlab.

Here is how you can create one:

https://docs.github.com/en/authentication/keeping-your-account-and-data-secure/creating-a-personal-access-token

[Usamma Amjad]

This worked for me, thank you!