What is a .gitignore file for?

It tells Git which generated files, dependencies, secrets, and local artifacts should not be tracked in a repository.

How do I choose the right rules?

Select your operating systems, languages, frameworks, and tools. The generator combines their common ignore patterns into one file.

Does .gitignore remove files already committed?

No. It affects untracked files. To stop tracking an existing file, remove it from the index separately with Git.

Gitignore Generator

Build a fresh .gitignore or audit an existing one against 55+ official templates

.gitignore audit

Paste your existing file to compare against 3 selected templates

Templates

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About this tool

Build a .gitignore from 55+ official github/gitignore templates, or audit an existing one to find missing, redundant and outdated patterns — pick your stack and generate or review, all client-side. Gitignore Generator runs in the browser on DevTools. There is no signup, and your input stays on this device unless the tool explicitly performs a live network lookup.

What this tool does not do

Gitignore Generator is a free in-browser utility, not a hosted API. It does not keep server-side history and is not a substitute for production verification in your own stack.

How do I use this tool?

How do I use Gitignore Generator?
Open Gitignore Generator, enter or paste your input, and copy the result. The page works without an account.

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