Question 1

How do I add trophies to my GitHub profile?

Accepted Answer

Copy the markdown code from the Quick Start section, replace 'username' with your GitHub handle, and paste it into your profile README. The trophies will appear and update automatically based on your GitHub activity.

Question 2

GitHub Profile Trophy vs GitHub Readme Stats: which is better?

Accepted Answer

GitHub Profile Trophy focuses on gamified, visual badges with ranks and themes for engagement, while GitHub Readme Stats provides straightforward statistical cards. Choose Trophy for aesthetics and motivation, or Readme Stats for cleaner data presentation.

Question 3

How to self-host github profile trophy on Vercel?

Accepted Answer

Fork the repository on GitHub, deploy it to Vercel using the forked repo, and update the endpoint in your README to your Vercel URL. This reduces load on the main service and ensures reliability, as recommended in the README.

Question 4

Why aren't my trophies showing up on my profile?

Accepted Answer

Check if the username in the URL is correct, ensure your GitHub profile is public, and verify service status by trying a load balancing endpoint listed in the README, as the main service may experience downtime due to high traffic.

Question 5

Can I change the colors of the trophies to match my theme?

Accepted Answer

Yes, use the 'theme' parameter with options like onedark or dracula from the 25+ themes, or adjust background transparency with 'no-bg' to blend with your profile's color scheme for seamless integration.

Question 6

What are the secret ranks in github profile trophy?

Accepted Answer

Secret ranks are rare trophies with hidden conditions not publicly disclosed, adding mystery and encouraging exploration. The README mentions they are very rare and won't display until certain conditions are met.

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