Production-ready GitLab CE with full root access, automated backups, and security hardening - a self-hosted DevOps platform with Git hosting, CI/CD, and project management on AWS.
This fully managed GitLab solution delivers a production-ready DevOps platform on AWS, built on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. Every instance is pre-configured with security best practices, performance optimizations, and automated operations.
Key Features
Complete DevOps Platform
GitLab CE pre-configured with Git repository hosting, built-in CI/CD, issue tracking, code review, container registry, and wiki. Everything your team needs in one platform.
Automated Backup and Recovery
Pre-configured daily backups with 7-day retention. One-command restore for fast disaster recovery.
Security Hardened
UFW firewall pre-configured, HTTPS-ready with Let's Encrypt, SSH key authentication, and latest security patches applied.
Performance Optimized
PostgreSQL, Redis, and Puma workers tuned for the selected instance type. Scales from small teams on t2.medium to large organizations on m5.xlarge.
Use Cases
Self-hosted Git repository management
CI/CD pipeline automation and deployment
Project management with issues, boards, and milestones
Code review and merge request workflows
Container registry for Docker images
Compliance-driven development requiring on-premises source control
Getting Started
Launch the AMI from AWS Marketplace on your preferred instance type
SSH into your instance and follow the interactive setup wizard
Access GitLab, create repositories, and configure CI/CD pipelines
Support
Managed and supported by Perimattic, a cloud infrastructure company with 13+ years of experience serving global clients. We offer free setup assistance, custom integrations, infrastructure consulting, and 24/7 support.
Highlights
Complete Self-Hosted DevOps Platform: Git hosting, CI/CD, issue tracking, code review, container registry, and wiki in one platform with no per-user seat costs.
Automated Daily Backups: Pre-configured backups with 7-day retention and one-command restore. Keep your source code and pipelines secure within your own infrastructure.
24/7 Expert Support by Perimattic: 13+ years of cloud infrastructure expertise with free setup assistance, CI/CD pipeline configuration, and dedicated support at aws-support@perimattic.com.
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You pay by the hour based on the EC2 instance type you run this managed GitLab DevOps platform on. Each dimension maps to a specific instance size, so pricing scales with the compute capacity you choose. The t2 and t3 options span medium, large, and xlarge sizes for general-purpose workloads. The m5 large and xlarge options suit memory-focused needs. The c6in.xlarge option fits compute-intensive work. You select the instance that matches your workload, and hourly billing rises with the size and class you pick.
Top-of-mind questions for buyers
Am I charged when the instance is stopped or powered off?
Software charges meter running instance-hours only. A fully stopped instance stops accruing hourly software fees. You may still pay underlying AWS storage costs for the attached volume while the instance is off, but the managed platform bills only the hours the instance runs.
What does the hourly rate cover beyond running the GitLab software?
Each hour includes the managed platform work: provisioning, monitoring, backups, updates, and security patches. You pick an EC2 instance type, and the vendor handles the operating layer. The rate reflects both the software and the ongoing management, not just raw compute.
How do I move to a different instance size as my workload grows?
You select the dimension matching the EC2 instance type you run. To scale, you switch to a larger t2, t3, m5, or c6in option. Hourly billing then follows the new instance class and size. There is no fixed commitment tying you to one instance type.
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An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
Version release notes
Automated First Boot Setup - Fully scripted initialization that configures GitLab automatically without manual intervention.
Domain + DNS Validation Workflow - Prompts the user to enter a domain and validates DNS (A record) before proceeding.
Automatic SSL Certificate Generation - Integrates Let's Encrypt via Certbot to auto-provision and configure HTTPS on the domain.
Secure Admin Credential Generation - Automatically generates a strong GitLab root password and stores it in the .env file.
Docker Compose-Based Deployment - GitLab is deployed using Docker Compose for easy management, upgrades, and reproducibility.
Persistent Storage Setup - Data, logs, and config volumes are mapped to /opt/app/ ensuring persistence across container restarts.
Automatic Progress Feedback - Includes progress bar and status messages to indicate deployment stages and success.
Apache Reverse Proxy Pre-Configured - GitLab runs behind Apache, making it compatible with SSL, vhosts, redirects, and production proxies.
Optimized for AWS EC2 Marketplace Use - Pre-baked AMI with GitLab + necessary tooling (Docker, Docker Compose, Apache, Certbot) to reduce setup time from hours to minutes.
Additional details
Usage instructions
Launch an Instance
From AWS Marketplace, click Continue to Subscribe, then Continue to Configuration, and launch the AMI.
Choose the Recommended Instance Type
Select c6a.xlarge or higher for smooth GitLab performance.
GitLab is resource-intensive - larger instance types will improve performance during CI/CD operations and repository cloning.
Configure Security Group
Allow inbound traffic on the following ports:
22 (SSH) - For secure terminal access
80 (HTTP) - Required temporarily during SSL validation
443 (HTTPS) - To securely access the Jenkins web UI
Connect to the Instance
ssh -i <your-key.pem> ubuntu@<public-ip>
First-Boot Setup
On first boot, the AMI automatically launches an interactive guided setup:
Detects public IP of the server
Prompts for the domain name to map to GitLab (Example: gitlab.example.com)
Validates DNS mapping and confirms A-record propagation
Asks for admin email (used for SSL)
Generates a secure root password
Updates Docker Compose configuration with your domain and credentials
Configures Apache as a reverse proxy for HTTPS access
Automatically requests and installs a Let's Encrypt SSL certificate
After setup completes, GitLab starts automatically and becomes accessible over HTTPS.
Configure DNS
Before (or during) the setup script, add this DNS A record in your domain provider:
gitlab.example.com <your-instance-public-IP>
The script automatically checks DNS propagation and continues only when the A record resolves correctly.
Automatic SSL Setup
Once DNS mapping is verified:
A free SSL certificate is issued via Let's Encrypt
HTTPS is enabled
All traffic is routed securely to GitLab
Start or Restart GitLab Manually (if needed)
cd /opt/app
docker compose ps
docker compose restart
Access GitLab Web UI
Open your browser and visit:
https://<your-domain>
Login Credentials
Your GitLab root credentials are stored here:
cat /opt/app/.env
This file includes:
ADMIN_EMAIL
SOFTWARE_PASSWORD (GitLab root user password)
DOMAIN
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Need Support or Customization?
Whether you're facing setup issues or need custom features, Perimattic's expert team is here to help:
We offer:
Free setup assistance
Custom development & integrations
Infrastructure consulting
Automation & AI solutions
With 13+ years of experience serving global clients, we ensure your deployment runs smoothly and scales with your needs.
What We Help With:
Initial setup and configuration assistance (free)
Troubleshooting connectivity, performance, and backup issues
Custom development and integrations
Infrastructure consulting and architecture review
Migration planning from other solutions
Automation solutions and scaling guidance
Instance Sizing Guidance:
t2.medium or t3.medium: Development environments, small applications
m5.large: Production workloads with moderate traffic
m5.xlarge: High-traffic production deployments and larger datasets
For workload-specific sizing recommendations, contact our team for a free consultation.
Refunds and Issues:
If you experience any issues or need to request a refund, contact us at aws-support@perimattic.com and we will respond promptly.
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