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HOL Guard

Local-first runtime firewall for AI coding agents

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What people use it for
AI agent runtime securityMCP tool-call interceptionsecret protection
Who it suits
AI coding agent usersDeveloperssecurity teams
Available on
local CLI (pipx)Web
About the product

What does HOL Guard do?

HOL Guard sits on the machine and intercepts agent tool calls (shell, secrets, MCP, package installs) before they execute. Apache-2.0. Install with pipx install hol-guard && hol-guard init. Scan is not a safety guarantee. Maker: HOL.

Who it’s for

Who should use HOL Guard?

AI coding agent users, Developers, security teams are the clearest fit based on how the product is positioned.

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Pricing: Free

Platforms: local CLI (pipx), Web

Cost

How much does HOL Guard cost?

Free Check the provider’s own page for the latest pricing, packages and terms.

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Details, pricing and availability can change. We use provider information, verified owner updates and editorial review where available. Check the provider’s own page before making a purchase, booking or important decision.

Profile last updated 15 Sep 2026.
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