EnvKey
Stop Slacking secrets and pasting them into .env files.
Overview
EnvKey is an open-source, end-to-end encrypted tool for managing environment variables and secrets. It provides a central UI for managing config, which is then securely synced to developer machines and servers, integrating with existing workflows without exposing secrets.
✨ Key Features
- Open source
- End-to-end encryption
- Centralized UI for managing secrets
- Automatic syncing of environment variables
- Language-specific libraries for easy integration
- Granular environment-level access controls
- Audit log
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Open-source with a focus on simplicity
- Strong end-to-end encryption model
- Desktop UI for managing secrets
- Designed as a direct replacement for .env files
Unique Value: Provides a simple, secure, and open-source way to manage and sync application secrets, improving security and collaboration for development teams.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Secure management of environment variables for small to medium-sized development teams
- Open-source alternative to Doppler or Infisical for config management
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Large enterprises needing advanced features like dynamic secrets or HSM integration
- Use cases beyond simple key-value secret storage
🏆 Alternatives
Simpler and more focused on the .env replacement use case than broader platforms like Vault, and offers an open-source alternative to closed-source tools like Doppler.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Business tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: Free for personal and open source projects.
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