To properly force a Git push, use the --force
or -f
option with the git push
command. This is helpful when you need to overwrite changes on the remote branch with your local changes, typically after rebasing or amending commits. However, be cautious as this can rewrite history and potentially cause conflicts for other collaborators.
Example:
Alternatively, use --force-with-lease
for a safer approach, which ensures that you don’t overwrite others’ changes.
Always communicate with your team before using force push.