Download and install GitLab

Recommended Installation Method

Official Linux package

This is the recommended method for getting started. The Linux packages are mature, scalable, and are used today on GitLab.com. If you need additional flexibility and resilience, we recommend deploying GitLab as described in the reference architecture documentation.

Linux installation is quicker to install, easier to upgrade and contains features to enhance reliability not found in other methods. Install via a single package (also known as Omnibus) that bundles all the different services and tools required to run GitLab. At least 4 GB of RAM is recommended ( minimum requirements ).

Ubuntu

18.04 LTS, 20.04 LTS

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For Ubuntu 20.04, arm64 packages are also available.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies
```
sudo apt-get install -y curl openssh-server ca-certificates tzdata perl
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo apt-get install -y postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ce/script.deb.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ce
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation
For Ubuntu 20.04, arm64 packages are also available.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies
```
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install -y curl openssh-server ca-certificates tzdata perl
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo apt-get install -y postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ee/script.deb.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ee
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation CE or EE

Debian

9, 10, 11

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For Debian 10, arm64 packages are also available.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies
```
sudo apt-get install -y curl openssh-server ca-certificates perl
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo apt-get install -y postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ce/script.deb.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ce
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation
For Debian 10, arm64 packages are also available.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies
```
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install -y curl openssh-server ca-certificates perl
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo apt-get install -y postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ee/script.deb.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ee
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation CE or EE

AlmaLinux 8

and RHEL, Oracle, Scientific

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For AlmaLinux and RedHat 8, arm64 packages are also available.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

On AlmaLinux 8, the commands below will also open HTTP, HTTPS and SSH access in the system firewall. This is an optional step, and you can skip it if you intend to access GitLab only from your local network.
```
sudo dnf install -y curl policycoreutils openssh-server openssh-clients
# Enable OpenSSH server daemon if not enabled: sudo systemctl status sshd
sudo systemctl enable sshd
sudo systemctl start sshd
# Check if opening the firewall is needed with: sudo systemctl status firewalld
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https
sudo systemctl reload firewalld
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo dnf install postfix
sudo systemctl enable postfix
sudo systemctl start postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ce/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" dnf install -y gitlab-ce
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation
For AlmaLinux and RedHat 8, arm64 packages are also available.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

On AlmaLinux 8 (and RedHat 8), the commands below will also open HTTP, HTTPS and SSH access in the system firewall. This is an optional step, and you can skip it if you intend to access GitLab only from your local network.
```
sudo dnf install -y curl policycoreutils openssh-server perl
# Enable OpenSSH server daemon if not enabled: sudo systemctl status sshd
sudo systemctl enable sshd
sudo systemctl start sshd
# Check if opening the firewall is needed with: sudo systemctl status firewalld
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https
sudo systemctl reload firewalld
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo dnf install postfix
sudo systemctl enable postfix
sudo systemctl start postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ee/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" dnf install -y gitlab-ee
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation CE or EE

CentOS 7

and RHEL, Oracle, Scientific

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1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

On CentOS 7, the commands below will also open HTTP, HTTPS and SSH access in the system firewall. This is an optional step, and you can skip it if you intend to access GitLab only from your local network.
```
sudo yum install -y curl policycoreutils-python openssh-server openssh-clients perl
# Enable OpenSSH server daemon if not enabled: sudo systemctl status sshd
sudo systemctl enable sshd
sudo systemctl start sshd
# Check if opening the firewall is needed with: sudo systemctl status firewalld
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https
sudo systemctl reload firewalld
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo yum install postfix
sudo systemctl enable postfix
sudo systemctl start postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ce/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" yum install -y gitlab-ce
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation
1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

On CentOS 7 (and RedHat/Oracle/Scientific Linux 7), the commands below will also open HTTP, HTTPS and SSH access in the system firewall. This is an optional step, and you can skip it if you intend to access GitLab only from your local network.
```
sudo yum install -y curl policycoreutils-python openssh-server perl
# Enable OpenSSH server daemon if not enabled: sudo systemctl status sshd
sudo systemctl enable sshd
sudo systemctl start sshd
# Check if opening the firewall is needed with: sudo systemctl status firewalld
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https
sudo systemctl reload firewalld
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo yum install postfix
sudo systemctl enable postfix
sudo systemctl start postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ee/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" yum install -y gitlab-ee
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation CE or EE

OpenSUSE Leap 15.3

and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.2, 12.5

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For OpenSuse, arm64 packages are also available.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

On OpenSUSE, the commands below will also open HTTP, HTTPS and SSH access in the system firewall. This is an optional step, and you can skip it if you intend to access GitLab only from your local network.
```
sudo zypper install curl openssh perl
# Enable OpenSSH server daemon if not enabled: sudo systemctl status sshd
sudo systemctl enable sshd
sudo systemctl start sshd
# Check if opening the firewall is needed with: sudo systemctl status firewalld
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https
sudo systemctl reload firewalld
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo zypper install postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ce/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" zypper install gitlab-ce
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation
For OpenSuse, arm64 packages are also available.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

On OpenSUSE, the commands below will also open HTTP, HTTPS and SSH access in the system firewall. This is an optional step, and you can skip it if you intend to access GitLab only from your local network.
```
sudo zypper install curl openssh perl
# Enable OpenSSH server daemon if not enabled: sudo systemctl status sshd
sudo systemctl enable sshd
sudo systemctl start sshd
# Check if opening the firewall is needed with: sudo systemctl status firewalld
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https
sudo systemctl reload firewalld
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo zypper install postfix
sudo systemctl enable postfix
sudo systemctl start postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ee/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" zypper install gitlab-ee
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

Visit our email subscription preference center to let us know when to communicate with you. We have an explicit email opt-in policy so you have complete control over what and how often we send you emails.

Twice a month, we send out the GitLab news you need to know, including new features, integrations, docs, and behind the scenes stories from our dev teams. For critical security updates related to bugs and system performance, sign up for our dedicated security newsletter.

Important note: If you do not opt-in to the security newsletter, you will not receive security alerts.

5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Troubleshooting Manual installation CE or EE

Raspberry Pi OS

Buster (32 bit)

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Raspberry Pi 4 with at least 4GB is recommended. Only 32bit (armhf) is supported at this point. 64 bit (arm64) is on its way.

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies
```
sudo apt-get install curl openssh-server ca-certificates apt-transport-https perl
curl https://packages.gitlab.com/gpg.key | sudo tee /etc/apt/trusted.gpg.d/gitlab.asc
```
Next, install Postfix to send notification emails. If you want to use another solution to send emails please skip this step and configure an external SMTP server after GitLab has been installed.
```
sudo apt-get install -y postfix
```
During Postfix installation a configuration screen may appear. Select 'Internet Site' and press enter. Use your server's external DNS for 'mail name' and press enter. If additional screens appear, continue to press enter to accept the defaults.

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

Add the GitLab package repository.
```
sudo curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/raspberry-pi2/script.deb.sh | sudo bash
```
Next, install the GitLab package. Make sure you have correctly set up your DNS, and change https://gitlab.example.com to the URL at which you want to access your GitLab instance. Installation will automatically configure and start GitLab at that URL.

For https:// URLs, GitLab will automatically request a certificate with Let's Encrypt, which requires inbound HTTP access and a valid hostname. You can also use your own certificate or just use http:// (without s).

If you would like to specify a custom password for the initial administrator user (root), check the documentation. If a password is not specified, a random password will be automatically generated.
```
sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ce
```
3. Browse to the hostname and login

Unless you provided a custom password during installation, a password will be randomly generated and stored for 24 hours in /etc/gitlab/initial_root_password. Use this password with username root to login.

See our documentation for detailed instructions on installing and configuration.

4. Set up your communication preferences

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5. Recommended next steps

After completing your installation, consider the recommended next steps, including authentication options and sign-up restrictions.

Raspberry Pi settings Troubleshooting Manual installation

Kubernetes Deployments

When installing GitLab on Kubernetes, there are some trade-offs that you need to be aware of:

Administration and troubleshooting requires Kubernetes knowledge.
It can be more expensive for smaller installations. The default installation requires more resources than a single node Linux package deployment, as most services are deployed in a redundant fashion.
There are some feature limitations to be aware of.

Use this method if your infrastructure is built on Kubernetes and you’re familiar with how it works. The methods for management, observability, and some concepts are different than traditional deployments. The helm chart method is for Vanilla Kubernetes deployments and the GitLab Operator can be used to deploy GitLab on an OpenShift cluster. The GitLab Operator can be used to automate Day 2 operations in both OpenShift and vanilla Kubernetes deployments.

Helm Chart

Install GitLab using Helm charts

Install self-managed GitLab

Official Linux package

Ubuntu

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

Debian

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

AlmaLinux 8

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

CentOS 7

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

OpenSUSE Leap 15.3

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

Raspberry Pi OS

1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

2. Add the GitLab package repository and install the package

3. Browse to the hostname and login

4. Set up your communication preferences

5. Recommended next steps

Kubernetes Deployments

Helm Chart

GitLab Operator

Supported cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Microsoft Azure

Other official, supported installation methods

Docker

Reference Architectures

Installation from source Install GitLab and all of its components from scratch. Use this method if none of the previous methods are available for your platform. Useful for unsupported systems like *BSD.

Unofficial, unsupported installation methods

Debian native package

FreeBSD package

Arch Linux package

Puppet module

Ansible playbook

Installation from source
Install GitLab and all of its components from scratch. Use this method if none of the previous methods are available for your platform. Useful for unsupported systems like *BSD.