GITKRAKEN Cloud patches

Share Git Patches Instantly

GitKraken Cloud Patch evolves the git patch workflow. Share specific changes without creating a branch or pull request. Send a secure link, preview diffs, and apply in one click. Get feedback earlier, keep PRs small, and move faster across teams and machines.
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What is GitKraken Cloud Patch?

Code you can share
A Cloud Patch is a lightweight Git patch you share instantly without a branch or PR.
A Cloud Patch is a lightweight Git patch you share instantly without a branch or PR.
Built for speed
Send code changes right from GitKraken. Skip extra branches and start feedback sooner.
Send code changes right from GitKraken. Skip extra branches and start feedback sooner.
Works anywhere
Use with GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, and any Git server.
Use with GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, and any Git server.
Safe and secure
Share by link with permissions, revoke access anytime, and keep data encrypted in transit.
Share by link with permissions, revoke access anytime, and keep data encrypted in transit.

What Cloud Patches enable

Pre-PR feedback

Invite feedback before a branch is ready. Share a Cloud Patch with notes so teammates can apply it on a branch, run tests, and comment on the diff. Early input keeps PRs small and reduces rework.

Resolve conflicts much earlier

Apply a patch on a fresh branch to validate builds and detect conflicts while the change is small. Fix once with clear context instead of resolving after days of diverged commits. Keep main clean and releases predictable.

Move work between machines

Pick up where you left off on a new laptop or VM. Create a Cloud Patch from staged changes or a commit, then apply it elsewhere to continue work. Useful for pair sessions, handoffs, or offline progress without new remotes.

Security and access options

Choose who can open a Cloud Patch. Share by link, limit to your organization, or invite specific collaborators. Data is encrypted in transit. You can revoke access when needed. Optionally store patch data in your own S3 bucket for tighter control.

Works with your tools

Create and apply Cloud Patches in GitKraken Desktop or GitLens, and manage them on gitkraken.dev. Share links in Jira, GitHub Issues, GitLab Issues, Azure DevOps, or Trello so code changes and tasks stay connected for the team.

Use Cloud Patches across
GitKraken tools

GitKraken Desktop
Create, share, apply, and delete patches with a visual diff viewer.
GitLens for IDEs
Create and apply patches inside VS Code with full project context.
GitKraken CLI
View and manage shared patches in your browser. Control access and sharing.
Issue Trackers
Paste patch links in Jira, GitHub Issues, GitLab Issues, Azure DevOps, or Trello.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cloud Patch builds on git patch so you can share and apply changes without pushing a branch. 

Steps: 

  1. Stage changes or select a commit.
  2. Create Cloud Patch.
  3. Add notes and choose access.
  4. Share the link. 


Example: Share a WIP refactor for early feedback before opening a PR.

In GitKraken Desktop you can create a Cloud Patch from staged changes or a commit. 

Steps:

  1. Open Desktop.
  2. Stage files or right click a commit.
  3. Select Create Cloud Patch.
  4. Add a description.
  5. Choose access.
  6. Copy and send the link. 


Example: Send a patch for a feature spike so QA can try it locally.

Review the diff, choose the target, then apply. 

Steps: 

  1. Open the link.
  2. Inspect file diffs.
  3. Select base branch.
  4. Click Apply Patch.
  5. Run tests. 


Example: Apply a teammate’s fix on a throwaway branch, verify, then merge in the final PR.

You control who can open a Cloud Patch and can revoke at any time. 

Steps: 

  1. Open Cloud Patches from the left navigation on gitkraken.dev.
  2. Under “Created by me,” click on “Share” to manage who has access to the Cloud Patch.
  3. Revoke access or consider archiving or deleting the patch as needed. 


Example: Remove access to an outdated experiment to keep your list clean.

It replaces raw files with secure links and a visual diff. 

Steps: 

  1. Create the patch with notes.
  2. Share the link instead of emailing a file.
  3. Recipient previews and applies in one click. 


Example: Review UI tweaks in the viewer before applying so mistakes do not slip in.