Notepad++ plugin to detect secrets in open files (API keys/tokens), looking for feedback
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Hello Community,
I built SecretFinder, a tiny Notepad++ plugin that scans your open documents and flags possible secrets (API keys, tokens, etc.) so you can remove them before sharing/committing.Repo: https://github.com/carlosacchi/SecretFinder
(open source, local buildable)Quick context: keeping passwords/secrets in plain text editors is risky (I’ll link a short article in the comments). This plugin helps keep Notepad++ “clean”.
I’m planning to submit it to the official Plugin Manager soon, would love early testers and feedback (false positives, missing patterns, UX).
https://www.keepersecurity.com/blog/2024/04/19/why-its-dangerous-to-keep-passwords-in-a-notepad/