GitHub emphasizes user trust by providing an easy process for accessing personal data connected to user profiles, allowing individuals to make informed decisions about their usage of the platform. Users can request an archive of their data through their account settings, which includes comprehensive information such as profile data, associated email addresses, and details of repository interactions like issues, pull requests, and comments. The data is provided in a machine-readable format, enabling users to back up their data offline or transfer it to another service. Archives are accessible for seven days or until deletion by the user. For additional control or organizational data exports, GitHub suggests using the Migration API.