Domain 4 · 20–25% of Exam

Manage GitHub Actions

Actions governance and runner management.

About This Domain

Domain 4 — Manage GitHub Actions — accounts for 20–25% of the GH-ADMIN certification exam. This domain evaluates your understanding of actions permissions and org-level policies, self-hosted and github-hosted runner management, runner groups, labels, and ip allow lists, and related concepts. Actions governance and runner management.

What You'll Be Tested On

  • Actions permissions and org-level policies
  • Self-hosted and GitHub-hosted runner management
  • Runner groups, labels, and IP allow lists
  • Encrypted secrets scope (org, repo, environment)
  • Required workflows and reusable component governance

Key GitHub Features in This Domain

Study Strategy for Domain 4

While 20–25% might seem like a smaller portion, every point counts toward the passing score.

Exam Tips for Domain 4

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Know how to restrict Actions at org/enterprise level and manage runners securely.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions come from Domain 4?

Domain 4 (Manage GitHub Actions) makes up 20–25% of the GH-ADMIN exam.

What should I focus on for Domain 4?

Key features include Policies.

How should I prepare for Manage GitHub Actions questions?

Review key topics, then practice with domain-specific questions focusing on real-world scenarios.

What's the best order to study GH-ADMIN domains?

Start with highest-weighted: Manage GitHub Identities and Access (15–20%), Administer GitHub Enterprise Environment (10–15%), Implement Secure Software Development and Compliance (25–30%), Manage GitHub Actions (20–25%), Monitor and Optimize GitHub Usage (10–15%).

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