title: On Github, I permanently deleted a file and removed all commit history, yet the link to the commit still works, is there a way to remove the link too?
body: <p>I've followed instructions on github's website to permanently remove a file and all commits associated with it. I've tried every option, but when I type in the link to the commit, such as:</p>
  
  <p><code>https://github.com/{username}/{folder}/commit/{commit_id}</code></p>
  
  <p>the history still appears there, <strong>even though</strong> my profile has no trace of this commit anymore. </p>
  
  <p>This leads me to think that any changes are permanently left on Github, just that it is unlinked to your profile? Am I doing something incorrect or is this the reality of the situation? Thanks. </p>