git-credential-libsecret ☆
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Description:
Git helper for accessing credentials via libsecret
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.52.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: git credentials security keyring gnome
Install: brew install git-credential-libsecret
About:
This formula provides a Git credential helper that interfaces with the GNOME libsecret service. It allows Git to securely store and retrieve credentials using the system's keyring. This integration enhances security by keeping credentials encrypted and managed by the desktop environment.
Key Features:
  • Securely stores credentials in the system keyring
  • Integrates seamlessly with GNOME and other libsecret-based services
  • Prevents plaintext storage of passwords in configuration files
Use Cases:
  • Managing Git credentials on Linux desktop environments
  • Securing authentication tokens for private repositories
  • Automating credential retrieval in CI/CD environments with keyring access
Alternatives:
  • git-credential-osxkeychain – Native credential helper for macOS, equivalent functionality for the Apple ecosystem
  • git-credential-winstore – Windows equivalent that uses the Windows Credential Manager
Version History
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Nov 17, 2025 9:54pm 0 VERSION_BUMP faf8ed41
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