GitLab Secret Detection
GitLab Secret Detection: A focused secret-protection layer for GitLab repositories and CI/CD pipelines. Ranked #25 of 25 in DevSecOps Platforms by our editors (6.6/10); pricing: Free plan; best for teams needing GitLab-based secret protection.
At a glance
- Editor score6.6 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forTeams needing GitLab-based secret protection
- Free planYes
- Paid from$29/user/mo
- Founded2011 · San Francisco, California, United States
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free plan includes pipeline detection and historic repository scans
- 200-plus default rules plus custom analyzer rulesets
- Push protection can block keys and API tokens before repository entry
Where it doesn't
- Its verified scope centers on secrets rather than broader AppSec
- Free is limited to 400 compute minutes monthly
- Free supports 5 users per top-level group
Our verdict on GitLab Secret Detection
GitLab Secret Detection scans repository files for credentials and other secrets after commits are pushed to GitLab. It runs as a CI/CD job, supports historic scans of repository history, and can generate security reports and vulnerability findings. Secret push protection can block keys and API tokens before they enter a repository. The product fits teams that already work with GitLab and need focused protection for credentials across GitLab.com, GitLab Self-Managed, or GitLab Dedicated.
The free plan includes pipeline secret detection, 400 compute minutes per month, and support for 5 users per top-level group. Premium costs $29 per user per month when billed annually and adds advanced CI/CD and priority support alongside pipeline detection. Ultimate adds secret detection with vulnerability management, security dashboards, security policies, and compliance and governance. This plan structure gives smaller teams a way to start with core scanning while providing a path to broader security workflows in higher tiers.
Detection depth is the product's clearest strength. Rule-based scanning includes 200-plus default rules, custom analyzer rulesets, remediation guidance, and automatic response for certain leaked secret types. Integrations include Jenkins, Jira, Slack, GitHub, GitGuardian, REST API, GraphQL API, and webhooks. Teams seeking GitLab-centered secret protection should find the scope well aligned. Organizations looking for a wider application-security platform should choose a product with broader AppSec coverage.
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GitLab Secret Detection pricing
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GitLab Secret Detection fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $29/user/mo |
| Deployment model | Hybrid |
| IaC scanning | Not verified |
| Container scanning | Not verified |
| Policy as code | Not verified |
| Remediation workflows | Yes |
| SBOM management | Not verified |
| Compliance reporting | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web |
| Compliance & security | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, SSO/SAML |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 8 integrations: Jenkins, Jira, Slack, GitHub, GitGuardian, REST API … See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | about.gitlab.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
GitLab Secret Detection integrations
GitLab Secret Detection lists 8 integrations on its own site.
- Jenkins
- Jira
- Slack
- GitHub
- GitGuardian
- REST API
- GraphQL API
- Webhooks
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Alternatives to GitLab Secret Detection
- Aikido SecurityBroad AppSec coverage with a free starting tier and hybrid deployment.9.4
- Semgrep AppSec PlatformAn affordable, developer-focused AppSec platform with broad integrations and cloud-only delivery.9.2
- Mend.ioBroad DevSecOps coverage for enterprises managing code, supply-chain, container, and AI risk.9.0
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