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# Variables and secrets

### Variables and Secrets

The platform provides a centralized feature for managing frequently used values, such as destination URLs or authentication credentials, through **variables** and **secrets**. These values follow a **Key → Value** format for easy organization and reuse.

* **Variables**: These are values that can be reused across different webhooks and other processes. Variables can be accessed at any time after registration.
* **Secrets**: These are sensitive values, such as credentials, that cannot be retrieved after creation, providing an added layer of security.

{% hint style="info" %}
We recommend using **secrets** to store confidential data that should not be accessed by other users within the workspace.
{% endhint %}