Why does my GitHub Actions workflow get stuck on 'Queued'?
When GitHub Actions are stuck on 'Queued,' it usually means resources are unavailable, or your organization’s job limit is reached. Check usage limits and permissions.
If your GitHub Actions workflow remains in 'Queued' status, it likely indicates either a temporary resource shortage or that the repository or organization has hit its concurrent job limits. GitHub Actions relies on GitHub-hosted or self-hosted runners, and resource allocation depends on your plan’s capacity and limits. For personal accounts, especially on free plans, there are restrictions on concurrent jobs and total runtime. To address this, check GitHub’s Settings > Actions page for any usage insights. If your organization controls access to runners, confirm permissions with an admin, or consider upgrading your plan to increase available resources. In cases where this is common, using self-hosted runners can help reduce wait times and resource dependency on GitHub’s infrastructure.