Git - How to use .netrc file on Windows to save user and password

Question

Is it possible to use a .netrc file on Windows when I\'m using Git to clone a remote repository with HTTP and user - password?

Answer 1

This will let Git authenticate on HTTPS using .netrc:

• The file should be named _netrc and located in c:\Users\.
• You will need to set an environment variable called HOME=%USERPROFILE% (set system-wide environment variables using the System option in the control panel. Depending on the version of Windows, you may need to select "Advanced Options".).
• The password stored in the _netrc file cannot contain spaces (quoting the password will not work).