Install self-managed GitLab

Recommended installation

Official Linux package

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.

Ubuntu

16.04 LTS, 18.04 LTS, 20.04 LTS

• 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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ce
  
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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

  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ee
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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

• 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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ce
  
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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

  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ee
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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 8

and RHEL, Oracle, Scientific

• For CentOS and RedHat 8, arm64 packages are also available.

  1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

  On CentOS 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
  sudo systemctl enable sshd
  sudo systemctl start sshd
  # Check if opening the firewall is needed with: sudo systemctl status firewalld perl
  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" dnf install -y gitlab-ce
  
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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

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

  1. Install and configure the necessary dependencies

  On CentOS 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
  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" dnf install -y gitlab-ee
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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

• 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
  sudo systemctl enable sshd
  sudo systemctl start sshd
  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" yum install -y gitlab-ce
  
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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

  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
  sudo systemctl enable sshd
  sudo systemctl start sshd
  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" yum install -y gitlab-ee
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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 15.1, 15.2

and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.2, 12.5

• 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
  sudo systemctl enable sshd
  sudo systemctl start sshd
  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" zypper install gitlab-ce
  
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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

  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
  sudo systemctl enable sshd
  sudo systemctl start sshd
  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" zypper install gitlab-ee
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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

and Raspbian Buster

• 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 apt-key add -
  
  
  

  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).

  sudo EXTERNAL_URL="https://gitlab.example.com" apt-get install gitlab-ce
  
  
  

  3. Browse to the hostname and login

  On your first visit, you'll be redirected to a password reset screen. Provide the password for the initial administrator account and you will be redirected back to the login screen. Use the default account's 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.

  Raspberry Pi settings Troubleshooting Manual installation