Generate .gitignore files by combining templates for languages, frameworks, IDEs, and operating systems
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About This Tool
A .gitignore file tells Git which files and directories to exclude from version control — build artifacts, dependency folders, IDE settings, OS files, and secrets that shouldn't be committed.
Every language, framework, and IDE generates different temporary files, so you need different ignore rules for each. This tool combines official templates from GitHub's gitignore repository into a single, deduplicated .gitignore file with clear section comments.
Select your language, framework, IDE, and OS — or use a preset combo — and get a production-ready .gitignore instantly. Templates are sourced from github.com/github/gitignore, the industry standard used by millions of repositories.
How to Use
1. Search or browse templates by category (Languages, Frameworks, IDEs, OS)
2. Click to select multiple templates — they combine into one file
3. Or use a preset combo like "Node.js Full Stack" for common setups
4. The generated .gitignore updates instantly with section comments
5. Click "Copy" or "Download" to get the file
6. Place it in your project's root directory
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I put the .gitignore file?
Place the .gitignore file in the root directory of your Git repository (the same folder where the .git directory is). Git will apply the rules to all files in the repository and its subdirectories.
Can I combine multiple .gitignore templates?
Yes — that's exactly what this tool does. Select multiple templates (e.g., Node.js + VS Code + macOS) and they'll be merged into one file with duplicate lines removed and clear section headers.
Will .gitignore remove files already tracked by Git?
No. The .gitignore file only affects untracked files. If a file is already committed, adding it to .gitignore won't remove it. You need to run 'git rm --cached filename' first, then commit the change.
What is the source of these templates?
All templates come from github.com/github/gitignore — GitHub's official collection of .gitignore templates. It's the most widely used and maintained set of gitignore rules in the industry.
Should I commit the .gitignore file?
Yes, always. The .gitignore file should be committed to your repository so all team members share the same ignore rules. This prevents people from accidentally committing build artifacts or IDE config files.