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Dev tools · February 25, 2026

Git-Ward

Stop leaking secrets with a 50ms local-first git hook

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What it does

Git-Ward is a high-performance, open-source Git hook checking your code for sensitive data before it leaves your machine. Why Git-Ward? 🚀 Zero Friction: Installs in seconds (npx git-ward init). 🔒 Local-First: No cloud API calls. Your code stays private. 🛡️ Smart Detection: Catches ETH private keys, generic API tokens, and high-entropy strings. ⚙️ Configurable: Simplewardignore and TOML config. Stop relying on "secret scanning" in the cloud—catch the leak at the source.

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