Administer GitLab

Learn how to administer a self-managed GitLab instance.


Get started Administration overview.	All feature flags Complete list of flags.	Authentication and authorization Third-party authentication providers.
Configure your installation Installation settings.	Update your Admin area settings Product settings.	Configure GitLab Dedicated IP allowlists, SAML, maintenance.
Maintain your installation Backup and restore, move repos, maintenance tasks.	Secure your application SSH key limits, 2FA, tokens, hardening.	Administer users Passwords, user moderation, broadcast messages.

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