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.
