Skip to main content
Version: v2.10.0

Creating and Managing Secrets

Overview​

Secrets in Yeedu securely store sensitive information such as credentials, API keys, and tokens. This guide walks you through creating and managing secrets for your workspace.

Creating Secrets​

Steps to Create a Secret​

  1. Navigate to the Secrets section in the left sidebar.
  2. Click the + Secret button to create a new secret.
  3. Select the desired secret type based on your use case.
  4. Enter all required fields with the secret information.
  5. Review the information and click Save.

Note: All fields are validated before saving, and secret values are securely stored in your vault.

Create Secret

Managing Secrets​

Available Actions​

Once created, secrets can be managed through the following actions:

  • ✏️ Edit – Modify existing secret values and configurations.
  • 🗑️ Delete – Remove secrets that are no longer needed.
  • 🔍 Search – Quickly find secrets by name or type.

Secrets Dashboard

Best Practices​

Security Guidelines​

  • Update secrets centrally rather than modifying code directly.
  • Regularly review and rotate sensitive credentials.
  • Remove unused secrets to minimize security exposure.
  • Use descriptive names to identify secret purposes.
  • Store only necessary information in secrets.

When to Use Secrets​

Use secrets to store:

  • Database connection credentials
  • API keys and tokens
  • Cloud provider credentials
  • Authentication certificates
  • OAuth tokens
  • SSH keys