How to Hide API Key in GitHub
- George Apostolov
How to Hide API Key in GitHub: step-by-step guide
Navigate to your desired repository.
Click on the 'Settings' tab.
Under 'Security' select 'Secrets and variables'.
Select 'Actions'.
Click 'New repository secret'.
Add your secret name in the empty field.
Provide the value of the secret or your actual API key.
Click on the 'Add secret' button to complete the action.
Quick answer: To hide your API key in GitHub, navigate to your repository, open Settings, and go to Security, Secrets and variables, then Actions. Click New repository secret, enter the secret name and your API key value, and click Add secret to finish.
About this GitHub tutorial
Secure your credentials by storing your API key as a repository secret in GitHub. Follow these steps to protect sensitive data. This guide shows how to hide API Key in GitHub in 8 steps, starting with "Navigate to your desired repository" and finishing with "Click on the 'Add secret' button to complete the action". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitHub interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to hide API Key in GitHub?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your GitHub data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitHub. Related guides: How to Host a Website on Github, How to Host Github Pages and How to Install from GitHub. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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