What is a .gitignore file?

A .gitignore file tells Git which files to ignore when committing your project to a repository. This is useful for excluding files like build artifacts, dependencies, logs, and environment variables.

Why do I need a .gitignore file?

A .gitignore file keeps your repository clean by excluding unnecessary files, sensitive information, and generated content that shouldn't be version-controlled.

Can I combine multiple technologies?

Yes, our tool intelligently combines patterns from multiple technologies while removing duplicates for optimal .gitignore files.

Are these templates up-to-date?

Yes, we regularly update our templates based on the official GitHub gitignore repository and community best practices.

Is my data stored on your servers?

No, all operations are performed locally in your browser. Your selections and custom patterns are never sent to our servers.

Can I edit the generated file?

Yes, you can add custom patterns or edit the generated output before downloading or copying it.

How do I add the file to my repository?

Download the generated .gitignore file and place it in the root directory of your Git repository.

What if I need to ignore a file I've already committed?

You'll need to remove the file from your repository after adding it to .gitignore. Our tool includes documentation on how to do this.

Do you offer patterns for all programming languages?

We cover all major programming languages, frameworks, tools, and environments. If you need a specific pattern that's not included, you can easily add it as a custom pattern.

Can I save my configuration for later?

Currently, configurations cannot be saved between sessions, but we're working on adding this feature.

.gitignore Generator – Create Perfect .gitignore Files

Generate customized .gitignore files for any tech stack with intelligent pattern merging and live preview.

.gitignore Generator

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.gitignore Help

Example Usage

Adding to a new repository

# Initialize a repository

git init

# Create your .gitignore

# Add it to your repo

git add .gitignore

git commit -m "Add .gitignore"

Check if a file is ignored

# Verify if a file is ignored

git check-ignore -v filename

Examples of Real-World Usage

Software Developers

Create precise .gitignore files for any programming language or framework to keep repositories clean and efficient.

Open Source Contributors

Quickly generate standard-compliant .gitignore files for new projects or contributions.

Full-Stack Developers

Combine patterns for multiple technologies in complex projects with both frontend and backend components.

Data Scientists

Keep large datasets, model files, and environment configurations out of version control.

DevOps Engineers

Exclude configuration files, secrets, and environment variables for deployment pipelines and infrastructure.

Team Leaders

Establish consistent .gitignore standards across multiple projects and team members.

Why Use Our .gitignore Generator

The most comprehensive .gitignore generator available.

Latest Git Patterns

Up-to-date patterns from official GitHub gitignore templates.

Multiple Categories

Languages, frameworks, tools, and environments all in one place.

Smart Combination

Intelligent merging of patterns to avoid duplicates.

Custom Patterns

Add your own patterns for project-specific needs.

Live Preview

See your .gitignore file update in real-time.

One-click Export

Download or copy to clipboard instantly.

How to Use the .gitignore Generator

Step 1

Select technologies from our comprehensive library or choose a preset.

Step 2

Add custom patterns for your specific project needs.

Step 3

View real-time preview as your .gitignore file is generated.

Step 4

Download or copy the .gitignore file directly to your clipboard.

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