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Stateless GitHub App installation tokens rolled out

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Summary

GitHub finished rolling out its stateless GitHub App installation token format, a staged process that started on April 27, 2026. Newly minted installation tokens now use the stateless format by default.

Key facts

  • The stateless GitHub App installation token rollout is complete.
  • The staged rollout began on April 27, 2026.
  • Newly minted GitHub App installation tokens use the stateless format by default.

Why it matters

Developers and teams relying on GitHub App installation tokens should expect the stateless format for new tokens, so integrations and tooling that handle these tokens may need review.

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Technologies

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  1. GitHub ChangelogOfficial · Primary
    Stateless GitHub App installation tokens rolled out · By Allison
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