ignoregen

IgnoreGen is a browser-based .gitignore builder that helps you generate a clean ignore file quickly. Instead of pasting fragments from multiple repos, you select the stacks you use—languages, frameworks, IDEs, and operating systems—and IgnoreGen merges the corresponding templates into one final output.

As you check options, the preview updates to reflect what you’ll actually ship. Overlapping patterns are deduplicated, so common ignore rules from tools like Node, Docker, and macOS collapse into a single, readable result rather than repeating blocks.

You can copy the merged .gitignore directly or download it. The free builder works with up to 3 templates and does not require an account or a credit card for the free plan. Unlock Pack is a one-time $5 purchase that activates after payment confirms and adds unlimited templates, a custom rules area, and shareable permalinks.

IgnoreGen is designed for developers who want an easy way to produce a sensible .gitignore tailored to their stack, without manual cleanup across multiple sources.

What does IgnoreGen do?

You checkbox the stacks you use (languages, frameworks, IDEs, OS), and IgnoreGen merges the matching .gitignore templates with deduplication into one clean file. You can then copy or download it.

Does IgnoreGen upload my selections or run model calls?

The merge and selection work in your browser without leaving the page for processing. There is no model API call.

What is the free plan limit?

The free builder lets you copy or download with up to 3 templates.

What is Unlock Pack and what do I get for $5?

Unlock Pack is a one-time $5 purchase that unlocks unlimited templates, custom rules, and shareable permalinks. Unlock activates after payment confirms.

Do I need a credit card to use the free builder?

No—there’s no credit card for the free plan.

Is this related to the gitnr CLI?

IgnoreGen is inspired by gitnr (MIT), but it’s not the same as the gitnr CLI.