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How do you perform repository history rewriting safely (filter-repo, BFG)?
Updated Apr 23, 2026
Short answer
Use git filter-repo or BFG to rewrite history (e.g., remove secrets) with caution.
Deep explanation
History rewriting changes commit hashes; coordinate with team and force-push. filter-repo is modern and flexible; BFG is faster for common cases.
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