.env.local

# Authentication JWT_SECRET=your_local_jwt_secret_here

Below is an example of what a .env.local file might look like. This example assumes you're working on a project that uses environment variables for API keys, database connections, or feature flags: .env.local

Your .env file often acts as a template (frequently mirrored as .env.example ). If you put your actual, private API keys in .env , you risk accidentally pushing them to GitHub. By using .env.local , you ensure that sensitive credentials stay out of the repository. 3. Environment Specificity private API keys in .env