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Introduction to secret scanning

Learn how secret scanning detects secrets in existing content and new commits, helping you to avoid exposing sensitive data that could be exploited.

Who can use this feature?

Secret scanning is available for the following repository types:

Supported secret scanning patterns

Lists of supported secrets and the partners that GitHub works with to prevent fraudulent use of secrets that were committed accidentally.