Docker Compose Secrets (Batch 8) Cheat Sheet

Manage secrets centrally

Last Updated: November 21, 2025

Focus Areas

Focus
Store secrets per service
Use secret rotation scripts

Commands & Queries

docker secret create my-secret secret.txt
Create secret
docker compose up -d
Start stack
docker secret ls
List secrets

Summary

Compose secrets reduce leakage risks.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep secrets in files with minimal permissions.
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