Local-first • Offline • Transparent

LeakHunter helps stop secrets from leaking before they hit git.

This project is security-sensitive by nature. That's exactly why we publish the code: so you can review the logic, verify it runs locally, and trust what it does.

Build it yourself (recommended) View Source on GitHub

Setup instructions are included in the repository.

What it does

Runs on your machine

Offline scanning

No uploads, no cloud processing, no API calls required.

Secret detection

Flags tokens, keys, and risky files like .env.

Developer-friendly

Use the web UI for review and the CLI for automation.

Transparent by design

Open source so you can audit behavior and verify safety.

Privacy promise

Your files stay on your device. You remain in control.

Why we publish the code

Security tools must be verifiable. For a sensitive project, transparency is a feature.

Auditability

Anyone can inspect the logic and confirm what the app actually does.

Trust

Clear behavior + reproducible builds increases confidence for users and teams.

Community review

Bugs and edge cases are found faster when more eyes can review the code.

Safe distribution

The installer download comes from the same repo where the source lives.

Build it yourself

There is no prebuilt Windows installer on purpose. For maximum security, you can build the app yourself from the published source.

1) Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/Lidprex/LeakShield.git
cd LeakShield

2) Install dependencies
```
npm install
```
3) Run locally (web UI)
```
npm run dev
```

Security note: If you distribute binaries, publish checksums and build artifacts from CI so users can verify integrity.

FAQ

Last updated: 2026

Does LeakHunter upload my files?

No. It is designed to scan locally on your machine. Your content stays on your device.

Why is the project open source?

Because security-sensitive tools should be reviewable. Transparency reduces guesswork.

Where do I download the installer?

We don't ship a prebuilt installer by default. Build it yourself from source for maximum safety.

Can I verify the build?

Yes—review the source and build locally, or publish CI-built releases with checksums.

Disclaimer: LeakHunter is intended for defensive security and auditing only. Scan only files and directories you own or have permission to audit.