---
title: "Retrieve"
openapi: "GET /api/v3/secrets/{secretName}"
---

<Tip>
  Using this route requires understanding Infisical's system and cryptography.
  It may be helpful to read through the
  [introduction](/api-reference/overview/introduction) and [guide for retrieving
  secrets](/api-reference/overview/examples/retrieve-secret).
</Tip>