Gitignore Generator
Online gitignore generator builds ignore rules by project stack, OS, and IDE with custom additions and file export.
Project Types
Operating Systems
IDE/Editors
.gitignore Content
Custom Rules
Guide
Positioning
gitignore generator builds ignore rules from project stack, system environment, and editor choices, reducing manual setup and keeping repository initialization consistent.
Core Features
- Generates rules from multiple project types, operating systems, and IDE combinations.
- Provides select-all, clear, and common preset actions for faster setup.
- Supports custom rule append with merged and deduplicated output.
- Allows copying and downloading .gitignore for direct repository use.
How To Use
- Choose project types, operating systems, and IDE options.
- Use select-all, clear, or common preset when needed.
- Add team-specific ignore entries in custom rules.
- Copy output or download .gitignore and commit to repository.
Use Cases
- Generate consistent ignore rules for new repositories
- Combine stack-specific rules in polyglot projects
- Standardize commit hygiene across teams
- Prevent accidental commits of cache, build, and local config files
FAQ
- Why output changes: selected stack and system options directly affect generated rules.
- Can I keep custom comments: yes, custom rules are appended as entered.
- Will it overwrite existing files: no, it only generates text for copy or download.
- Is English UI supported: yes, it follows current site language.
Privacy
This tool does not upload your input. Rule generation, merge, and export run locally in your browser.