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Store SSH key passphrase in the macOS keychain
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Configuring ssh to use the macOS keychain allows using a passphrase-protected SSH key without having to repeatedly enter the passphrase.

To store passphrases in the keychain, add this to ~/.ssh/config:

UseKeychain yes

You'll now only be asked to enter a passphrase the first time you use an SSH key.

View and edit passphrase items in the Keychain Access app by searching for the key's filename.

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