---
title: "Skopeo Container Image Registry Operations CLI"
slug: "skopeo-container-image-registry-operations-cli"
description: "Skopeo is a command-line tool for working with container images and registries without requiring a running daemon. It can inspect, copy, delete, and sync container images across registries, supporting OCI and Docker v2 formats with rootless operation."
verification: security_reviewed
source: "https://github.com/containers/skopeo"
category: "Security & Verification"
framework: "Custom Agents"
tool_ecosystem:
  github_repo: "containers/skopeo"
  github_stars: 10665
---
# Skopeo Container Image Registry Operations CLI

Skopeo is a command-line tool for working with container images and registries without requiring a running daemon. It can inspect, copy, delete, and sync container images across registries, supporting OCI and Docker v2 formats with rootless operation.

## Installation

1. Clone this skill repository.
2. Open this skill folder.
3. Review prerequisites and setup needs.
4. Install required dependencies.
5. Run and test in your environment.

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/skopeo-container-image-registry-operations-cli/)