Repositories are often archived to make them read-only. To unarchive, go to the repository's settings, scroll down, and click 'Unarchive'.

If your GitHub repository is showing as 'archived,' it means the repository has been set to a read-only state, typically to preserve its content without any further updates or contributions. This often happens if the repository is no longer actively maintained. An archived repository restricts contributors from making changes, including pushing commits, creating issues, or merging pull requests. To unarchive it, navigate to the repository’s main page, click on Settings at the top, and scroll down to the Danger Zone. You should see an option labeled 'Unarchive this repository.' Simply click this option and confirm the action. After unarchiving, your repository will return to an active state, allowing full functionality, including new commits, issues, and pull requests. However, consider carefully if you still want the repository to remain read-only, as unarchiving might open it to unexpected contributions or issues.