The answers to your important frequently asked questions.
Is GitLens Free?
Yes, all features are free to use on all repos, except for features:
- marked with a ✨ require a trial or paid plan for use on privately hosted repos
- marked with a ☁️ require a GitKraken Account, with access level based on your plan, e.g. Free, Pro, etc
While GitLens offers a remarkable set of free features, a subset of features tailored for professional developers and teams, marked with a ✨, require a trial or paid plan for use on privately hosted repos — use on local or publicly hosted repos is free for everyone. Additionally some features marked with a ☁️, rely on GitKraken Dev Services which requires an account and access is based on your plan, e.g. Free, Pro, etc.
Preview ✨ features instantly for free for 3 days without an account, or start a free Pro trial to get an additional 7 days and gain access to ☁️ features to experience the full power of GitLens.
How do I sign in or out of GitLens?
To sign into your GitLens account, click the GitLens icon in the left sidebar and select Sign In
.
You can also sign in from the VS Code Command Pallette (ctrl+shift+p
or command+shift+p
) by typing GitLens+: Sign in to GitLens+....
.
To sign out navigate to the lower left "person" icon, hover over your account, and then select Sign out
.
You can also sign out from the VS Code Command Pallette (ctrl+shift+p
or command+shift+p
) by typing GitLens+: Sign out of GitLens+....
.
How do I enable debug logging?
You can enable debug logging by opening the Command Pallete (ctrl+shift+p
or command+shift+p
) and running the command GitLens: Enable Debug Logging
.
To view logs, open the Output Window (View > Output). The logs will be listed in the GitLens and GitLens (Git) channels. These channels can be toggled from the dropdown.
Can GitLens or Visual Studio Code Work with a Proxy?
Yes, you can configure proxy settings from the Visual Studio Code settings. To open these settings, use the keyboard shortcut command/ctrl + ,
. Then, search for "proxy" to see all related settings.
Can I use my GitLens paid license on more than one computer?
Yes, your GitLens paid subscription is associated with your email address, not a specific computer. So you can use GitLens on as many computers as you’d like.