GitKraken recent changes blocked opening of private repositories with message:

This appears to be a private repository
The free version of GitKraken does not support opening private repositories

Latest pricing updates from the company:

However, we also recognize that there are a lot of GitKraken users that want to use our product for their own side projects—many of whom have private repos. For these individual users, who may cash strapped, we wanted to lower the pricing barrier so that it’s a non-issue.

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Many users complaint about GitKraken unable to open with private repositories which worked in the past. Personally I'm using GitKraken from once per week or so and I didn't saw any notification.

I'm working on two computers both have GitKraken:

• GitKraken 4.2 - is working with private repositories
• GitKraken 6.3.0 - is not working with private repositories

So If you are using Linux Mint or Ubuntu you have several options to make GitKraken workable again or holding to working version.

Bonus: For this article you can learn two important Linux techniques:

• prevent application from update
• move application from one computer to another

Step #1: Prevent GitKraken updates

This will only work for you if you installed GitKraken from the Software Center or by terminal like:

Note: This option is not available anymore.

If you want to stop GitKraken updates in order to keep the working version on your system than you can execute:

result:

Later if you like to get last updates for this application you can simply revert the hold by:

Note: the application in this case was installed by(which is not working anymore):

Step #2: Move older GitKraken version

If you installed the latest version from the website than you will face the message above. Luckily if you have older version working on one of your computers you ca transfer it to another by following these steps:

1. Run command like to check:

• do you have installed package gitkraken
• information about the package

2. Now you will find the installation folder - something like:
   /usr/share/gitkraken.

3. You can copy and paste the folder to new computer

4. Then you need to make the gitkraken file executable

5. Open the application

6. Create Desktop and panel icons

Note: This is only informative article. The best option is to used the latest available version and respect the software producers. If the package is expensive for then you can consider next options.

If you want to remove the new version:

• Menu
• Find the GitKraken in the Menu
• Right click and select Uninstall

Step #3: Use GitKraken Pro for students

The tools is free if you are:

• student
• teaching and academic use
• courses, coding clubs, and nonprofit research

You can apply for this option and get more information here:

Step #4: Make your repository public

Another possible solution to the previous problem is to change your repository from private to public. This is not the best option for many but it's still one to consider.

These are the steps to change private to public for BitBucket:

Set repository privacy status

A private repository is visible only to users who have permission to see it. A public repository is visible to everyone.

• click Settings in the sidebar(in the repository)
• Locate Access level on the Repository details page. Add or remove the checkmark from This is a private repository based on your preferred privacy status.
• Click Save repository details.

Step #5: Use GitKraken alternatives

The last resort is to check for GitKraken alternatives. There are many free options like:

• Sublime Merge - A snappy UI, three-way merge tool, side-by-side diffs, syntax highlighting, and more.
• SmartGit - SmartGit is a graphical Git client with support for SVN and Pull Requests for GitHub and Bitbucket. SmartGit runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.
• Gitg - gitg is the GNOME GUI client to view git repositories.
• IntelliJ or PyCharm

One interesting new tool which is getting more attention recently. Currently is available only for Mac and Windows but looks pretty close to GitKraken. Another possible problem for this one is the message:

Free, $49.99 soon

Anyway if you like you can check it here:

• Fork - Fork is getting better and better day after day and we are happy to share our results with you.

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The GitKraken Git GUI now integrates with GitLab Issues

GitLab users will feel even more cunning 🦊 managing your issues directly from GitKraken. The GitKraken Git GUI now integrates with GitLab and GitLab Self-Managed Issues!

Now there’s no need to leave the comfortable foxhole of your GitKraken environment to stay on top of your issues. Context switching is, after all, the enemy of an optimal workflow. GitLab Issues users can now accomplish the following from the GitKraken Git GUI:

• View and filter a list of GitLab issues
• View GitLab issue details
• Create branches tied to GitLab issues
• Edit the assignee(s) of a GitLab issue*
• Edit the state of a GitLab issue*
• Add/remove labels on a GitLab issue*
• Comment and reply to GitLab issues*
• Create new GitLab issues.*

*Paid features.

Never fear, v7.2 of the GitKraken Git GUI has something for everyone! Watch this video or read on to get the full details of this legendary update:

Integrating Your GitLab Issue Tracker

We’ve made the integration process nice and easy – navigate to the ISSUES pane on the left panel and select either GitLab or GitLab Self-Managed.

Alternatively, navigate to Preferences → Issue Tracker to configure your preferred issue tracker integration.

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View and Filter GitLab Issues

Once connected, you can view and filter a list of your GitLab issues from the left panel.

Easily create filters to access the GitLab issues you use the most frequently, such as issues assigned to you, saving precious time and energy.

View and Edit GitLab Issue Details

From the left panel, you may either hover over an issue to view a preview, or click on a GitLab issue to view complete details. From this view, users with paid accounts can perform the following actions from the GitKraken Git GUI:

• Edit issue title
• Edit issue description
• Edit state of issue (Open/Closed)
• Edit issue assignee(s)
• Add/remove labels
• Add and reply to comments

To edit GitLab issues, upgrade to a paid GitKraken Git GUI plan for as low as $29/year!

Create Branches Tied to GitLab Issues

Also from the issue editing pane is the ability to create branches tied to issues, where you can select the base of the branch. The issue title will become the name of the branch.

Create New GitLab Issues

Create new GitLab issues directly from the GitKraken Git GUI by clicking the + green button from the GitLab issue tracking section in the left panel. Complete the fields—required fields are noted with an asterisk—and then click Create Issue. The issue will be immediately available in your GitLab issue tracker.

To create new GitLab issues, upgrade to a paid GitKraken Git GUI plan for as low as $29/year!

From the left panel, click on the vertical ellipsis icon next to an issue name; from here you may choose to view the issue in GitLab or copy the issue link.

More Updates in v7.2

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We said there would be more, didn’t we?

Edit Labels with Issue Tracking Integrations

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If you are taking advantage of the issue tracking integrations offered in the GitKraken Git GUI—Jira Cloud/Server; GitKraken Boards; Trello; GitLab/GitLab Self-Managed—you may now add and remove labels from issues/cards.

To edit labels, upgrade to a paid GitKraken Git GUI account for as low as $29/year!

Multi-Select & Delete Local Branches

You may now multi-select local branches from the left panel. This can come in handy when the time comes to declutter your commit graph; simply select and delete your local branches!

Hold down Cmd/Ctrl to select multiple branches one at a time, or use Shift + click to select a consecutive range of branches. Then right click to delete. Voila!

Trust us, it’s therapeutic.

Updates to Preferences Dashboard

We have reworked the UI of the Preferences dashboard. There is now an Integrations section that includes available Git hosting and issue tracking integrations.

The Authentication section is now named SSH.

Reduce Context Switching with Integrations

The research is clear: using as few tools as possible leads to heightened focus, increased productivity, and better quality code. Level up your workflow and stay on top of tasks with GitLab Issues and the GitKraken Git GUI.

Stop wasting time! Optimize your workflow with tools like the GitKraken Git GUI that integrate with your chosen issue tracker.

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