How to Install GitLab on Linux

Installing GitLab on your Linux machine is a relatively straightforward process. However, please note that this article assumes you are running Ubuntu 20.04 or 22.04, and will be updated once the repository for 22.04 becomes available.

To begin with, ensure that all the pre-requisites are installed on your system. Once you have done so, proceed to add the GitLab repository to your Ubuntu installation by running the command:

The process of installing GitLab involves configuring a Postfix server as a Send-Only SMTP Server. This is necessary for GitLab to send emails to you regarding various Git activities.

Here's how to configure Postfix using the guide below:

Step 1: Install and Configure Postfix

To install and configure Postfix, follow these steps:

sudo apt install -y ca-certificates curl openssh-server tzdata

This will ensure that all necessary dependencies are installed on your system.

Step 2: Configure Postfix Send-Only SMTP Server

Next, you need to configure Postfix as a Send-Only SMTP Server. This can be done using the following steps:

With Postfix configured correctly, you should now be able to receive emails from GitLab regarding various Git activities.

By following these steps, you should have successfully installed GitLab on your Linux machine and set up Postfix as a Send-Only SMTP Server. This will enable you to receive important notifications and updates from GitLab regarding your repository activities.

How to install gitlab on linux