# GitHub Upcoming deprecation of GitHub Spark on github.com

- Product: GitHub (https://whatsnew.fyi/product/github)
- Vendor: GitHub
- Date: 2026-08-04
- Original notes: https://github.blog/changelog/2026-08-04-upcoming-deprecation-of-github-spark-on-github-com
- Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/github/releases/2026-08-04-upcoming-deprecation-of-github-spark-on-github.co

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Beginning August 4, 2026, GitHub Spark no longer accepts new users or allows the creation of new apps. Existing users can continue to access GitHub Spark until August 31, 2026… The post Upcoming depre…

- **deprecated** — GitHub Spark no longer accepts new users or allows the creation of new apps beginning August 4, 2026
- **removed** — GitHub Spark access will be discontinued for all users on August 31, 2026