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GITLAB HOSTING

Self-Hosted GitLab CE: Your Complete DevOps Platform

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Host your own all-in-one DevOps platform with version control, CI/CD pipelines, and project management. Build, test, and deploy without monthly per-user fees or feature restrictions.
CLOUD VPS 4

GitLab Small Teams

€5.50
4
40 / month
for the first 24 months

Get started with simple version control and basic CI/CD pipelines.


4 vCPU Cores
8 GB RAM
100 GB SSD
Auto Backup available
CLOUD VPS 6

GitLab Growing Projects

€7.50
6
00 / month
for the first 24 months

Run multiple repositories with frequent builds and automated testing.


6 vCPU Cores
12 GB RAM
200 GB SSD
Auto Backup available
CLOUD VPS 12

GitLab Prod Workflows

€25.00
20
00 / month
for the first 24 months

Manage complex pipelines, container registries, and concurrent CI/CD runners.


12 vCPU Cores
48 GB RAM
400 GB SSD
Auto Backup available
CLOUD VPS PLUS 12

GitLab Enterprise DevOps

€59.00
47
20 / month
for the first 24 months

For large teams with heavy automation requiring guaranteed performance.


12 vCPU Cores
48 GB RAM
600 GB NVMe

What is GitLab?

Your complete DevOps platform in one application
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GitLab is an open-source DevOps platform that combines source code management, CI/CD pipelines, issue tracking, and container registry. Unlike GitHub or Bitbucket, GitLab lets you plan, build, test, and deploy software without juggling multiple tools.

GitLab hosting on your own server means you control your code, pipelines, and data completely. With GitLab CE (Community Edition), you get all the essential features like unlimited private repositories, CI/CD automation, merge requests, wikis, and issue boards.

What Can You Do with Self-Hosted GitLab?

From startups to enterprises, self-hosted GitLab is the choice for development teams who need full control over their source code and CI/CD infrastructure.
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Development & CI/CD

Securely store, sync, and share all your personal and business files on your own private cloud.
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Team Collaboration

Review code with merge requests, track issues, manage sprints, and document projects with built-in wikis.
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Container Management

Add new features like online office suites or password managers with hundreds of free apps.
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Security & Compliance

Control who accesses your code, audit all changes, and enforce approval rules.

Get Started In Minutes

Wondering how to self-host GitLab? With Contabo, it only takes two steps to spin up your own GitLab VPS, installed in under 30 minutes on a server of your choice.

Step 1: Choose Your Plan

Pick the GitLab server with the right resources for your team size and pipeline needs (see our recommendations above or configure your own server).

Step 2: Start Automating

Once we've set up your server with GitLab CE, it's over to you! Create your first project, invite team members, and configure your CI/CD pipelines.

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Why Self-Host GitLab on the Contabo Cloud?

A GitLab cloud server gives you full DevOps power without the enterprise price tag.
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Pay one flat monthly fee for your server - no extra fees.
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Unlimited repositories and pipelines - queue mode included.
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Total data control - your code stays on your infrastructure.
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Full customization - add internal tools and custom runners.
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Dedicated CPU & RAM - for consistent performance.
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Scalable resources - upgrade your server as your needs grow.

9 Regions, 11 Locations, Global Availability

Deploy your GitLab VPS wherever your team works for low latency and full data control.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Self-Hosted GitLab

FAQs | More information on GitLab Hosting on Contabo
What is GitLab?

GitLab is an open-source DevOps platform that combines source code management, CI/CD pipelines, issue tracking, container registry, and security scanning in one application. GitLab CE (Community Edition) is the free, self-hosted version that gives you the core features most development teams need without per-user licensing costs.

Why self-host your GitLab server with Contabo?

Self-hosting gives you complete control over your code, data, and development workflows. With GitLab hosting on Contabo servers, you pay one flat monthly rate instead of per-user fees, get unlimited repositories and CI/CD minutes, and keep all your data on infrastructure you control. It's perfect for teams that need customization, compliance, or want to avoid vendor lock-in.

What is self-hosted GitLab pricing?

Self-hosted GitLab pricing depends on your server resources, not user count. At Contabo, you pay a simple monthly fee for your VPS - starting from affordable plans for small teams to more powerful Virtual Dedicated Servers for large organizations. No per-user charges, no feature restrictions, and no surprise costs. See the pricing on some of our recommended configurations above.

What is managed GitLab hosting?

Managed GitLab hosting means a provider handles server setup, updates, backups, and maintenance while you focus on development. With our 1-click GitLab installation, you get the simplicity of one-click setup with the control and cost savings of self-hosting - we handle the infrastructure, you manage GitLab itself.

Can I use my own domain with self-hosted GitLab on Contabo?

Yes, absolutely. You can access your GitLab instance at your own branded domain like undefined instead of using the default hostname. Point your domain's DNS records to your server's IP address, update the configuration in undefined, and GitLab will automatically handle SSL certificates with Let's Encrypt. DNS propagation usually takes a few hours, though it can take up to 48 hours if you're using external nameservers.


For step-by-step setup instructions, see our  GitLab setup guide .

The price displayed is the effective monthly rate for a 24-month subscription including applicable taxes.


Minimum initial contract length: 1 month | Minimum following contract length: Equal to the initial contract length | Minimum cancellation notice: None (pre-paid) or 4 weeks (post-paid).

Incoming Traffic: Unlimited and unmetered. No extra charges apply. | Outgoing Traffic: Unlimited - fair usage policy applies based on average server workloads. To maintain fair network performance for all customers, Contabo reserves the right to throttle servers with exceptionally high or disruptive usage patterns.


Applications and Add-Ons: Contabo provides full technical assistance for the Contabo VPS itself - including the network, hardware, and initial setup of any 1-click Add-Ons. Any additional open source software included in the applications is owned by the respective provider - maintenance, upgrading, and troubleshooting are within the end-users responsibility.


Contabo is not responsible for the licenses of the software included in the image. They are managed by the respective provider.