Sealed Secrets
A Kubernetes controller and tool for one-way encrypted Secrets.
Overview
Sealed Secrets is a Kubernetes controller that manages secrets in a way that is safe for public repositories. It works by encrypting a standard Kubernetes Secret into a SealedSecret, which is safe to commit to a Git repository. The SealedSecret can only be decrypted by the controller running in the target cluster.
✨ Key Features
- Encrypt secrets for GitOps workflows
- One-way encryption
- Kubernetes-native
- Open-source
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Simplicity and ease of use for GitOps workflows
- Kubernetes-native approach
- One-way encryption model
Unique Value: A simple and secure way to manage Kubernetes secrets in a GitOps workflow without exposing them in plain text.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Encrypting Kubernetes Secrets and committing them to a public GitHub repository for use with Argo CD
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations that need a centralized secrets management solution with features like dynamic secrets or rotation
🏆 Alternatives
Much simpler to set up and use than a full-featured secrets management solution like HashiCorp Vault, but lacks advanced features.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Completely free and open-source.
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