What Is GitLab CE?
GitLab CE (Community Edition) is a free, open-source DevOps platform that combines Git repository hosting, CI/CD automation, issue tracking, and collaboration tools—all in one place. Unlike SaaS platforms that charge per user, GitLab CE gives you unlimited users and repositories with full control over your infrastructure.
Managed GitLab Hosting vs. Self-Hosting
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Managed GitLab Hosting: A provider handles server setup, updates, backups, and maintenance. You focus only on development.
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Self-Hosted GitLab CE on VPS: You control GitLab itself, while we provide the infrastructure. With our 1-click GitLab installation, you get the simplicity of one-click setup plus the flexibility and cost savings of self-hosting.
Why Choose HostBuddy.com Linux VPS for GitLab?
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? 1-Click GitLab Deployment – Instantly set up a ready-to-use GitLab server via Cloud-Init.
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? No Per-User Fees – Pricing depends only on server resources, not team size.
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? Unlimited Repositories – Host as many projects as you want, with no restrictions.
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? Scalable Infrastructure – Start small and upgrade to larger VPS or Virtual Dedicated Servers as your team grows.
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? Transparent Pricing – Simple monthly fee, no hidden costs, no surprise charges.
Recommended Configurations
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Small Teams: Affordable Linux VPS plans with 2 vCPU + 4 GB RAM.
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Growing Teams: Mid-tier VPS with more CPU and memory for CI/CD pipelines.
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Large Organizations: Virtual Dedicated Servers with guaranteed resources for enterprise workloads.
FAQs
Q: How is pricing structured? You pay a flat monthly fee for your VPS. No per-user charges, no feature restrictions.
Q: Do I need to configure GitLab manually? No. Our 1-click GitLab installation script sets up a secure, ready-to-use GitLab server in minutes.
Q: Can I use my own domain? Yes. Point your domain to your VPS IP and configure GitLab to use it.
Q: Who maintains GitLab CE? GitLab CE is maintained by the GitLab community. We provide the infrastructure; you manage GitLab itself.
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Article ID: 2325, Created: January 28 at 2:10 AM, Modified: January 28 at 2:10 AM