Secure Code, Without the Paywall
TL;DR: Aikido’s IDE extensions are now free for VSCode, Cursor, or Windsurf. Now you can secure your code in real-time without leaving your editor (or opening your wallet).
Every developer should be a secure developer. And that means the tools that help make that happen should be accessible by default.
Today, we’re making Aikido’s IDE extensions free, available for the most popular languages and editors used by developers.
Why This Matters
If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it twice: the rise of Gen AI coding tools is reshaping how software gets written. More code means more to secure (dangerously close to quoting Spiderman, there). And whether you’re writing or generating, you’ll need to secure your work.
You shouldn't need to wait until CI to catch a hardcoded secret. Or deploy to discover an SQL injection vulnerability. Or worse, wait for a breach to find out either. Aikido brings security directly into your IDE.
No friction or undue interruptions. Get direct, actionable results while you code to fix before committing.
What’s Included (for Free)
Aikido’s free IDE extensions support JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python across VSCode, Cursor, and Windsurf. With them, you get coverage for SAST issues and secrets.
Real-Time Security Scans
Aikido scans your code as you write or generate, flagging vulnerabilities in real-time. Your code is reviewed for secrets, hardcoded credentials, insecure patterns, and SAST issues instantly.
Inline Fix Suggestions
When Aikido flags an issue, we don’t just tell you what’s wrong—we help you fix it. You get clear, concise explanations and practical remediation tips directly in your IDE. No security background required.
Stop Secrets before Shipping
Tokens, credentials, API keys: Aikido catches them before they're merged or deployed. Works in your IDE and your CI/CD pipeline.
High Signal, Low Noise SAST
Aikido alerts you to what really matters. We rigorously refine every rule to reduce false positives. Get accurate, high-confidence findings.
Works In your IDE
- VSCode – The world's most popular editor, now with free code security for JS, TS, and Python.
- Cursor & Windsurf – If you're building in an AI-native IDE, your security tools should be just as modern. Aikido brings SAST and secrets scanning to Cursor and Windsurf.
Who This Is For
If you’re building software, this is for you. Aikido was built to be powerful enough for security teams, and lightweight enough for daily use by developers. Aikido is here to make sure you can trust what you write, generate, and ship with confidence.
With the free extensions, developers everywhere can benefit from IDE-native security at no cost.
Get Started with Aikido in Your IDE
1. Install the Extension
Grab the Aikido plugin from the VS Code Marketplace (or your IDE’s extension store).
2. Create a Free Aikido Account
You’ll need an account to connect the extension, but no credit card is required. The IDE plugin is fully included in the free version, no paywall, no tricks.
3. Connect Your IDE
Once signed in, go to Integrations > IDE > Visual Studio Code on the Aikido platform and copy your access token. Paste it into the extension when prompted, that’s it.
4. Open Your Project
Start coding. Aikido runs real-time scans as you open or save files, catching secrets and code issues as you write and generate code..
5. Review and Fix Inline
Issues show up right where you’re working. Hover for context or check the Problems tab for a full list and quick fixes.
6. Ship Secure Code
Merge confidently, knowing your code is clean and your secrets are safe.
Security doesn’t need to be a blocker. With Aikido’s free IDE plugins, it’s just part of your workflow.
Secure code at the start. Get back to building.
Want More? Go Pro with Paid IDE Extensions
Need more languages or deeper coverage? Aikido’s paid IDE extensions support JetBrains IDEs like IntelliJ, PyCharm, PhpStorm, GoLand, and more.
With Pro, you get:
- Full-stack coverage (Java, PHP, .NET, Kotlin, Go, Ruby, etc.)
- Real-time SAST, secrets, and vulnerable dependency scanning (SCA)
- Inline 1-click fixes powered by Aikido AutoFix Agent
- Custom rules, synced to your IDE
- Multi and Cross-file taint analysis
- Support for infrastructure-as-code files
Upgrade when you're ready — no pressure, just more power.
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