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name: gitlab-selfhosted description: GitLab CE self-hosted deployment on Kubernetes. Use when installing, configuring, upgrading, or managing GitLab instances including runners, container registry, backups, and external database integration.

GitLab Self-Hosted

GitLab CE v18.7.1 with tier-based resources. (Updated: January 2026)

Maintenance Policy

GitLab releases monthly (3rd Thursday). Only latest + 2 previous minor versions receive security fixes.

Modes

Installation

See references/gitlab-helm.md for Helm-based installation.

Reference Files

• references/gitlab-light.md - Light mode setup
• references/gitlab-full.md - Full mode setup
• references/gitlab-helm.md - Helm installation
• references/gitlab-runner.md - GitLab Runner
• references/registry.md - Container registry
• references/storage.md - Storage configuration
• references/backup.md - Backup procedures
• references/cleanup.md - Cleanup operations
• references/external-db.md - External database