Migration Guide from GitLab to Gitfyio: Step-by-Step Migration
We explain in detail how you can move your existing GitLab infrastructure to Gitfyio without any downtime. Migration tools, best practices, and key considerations.
Why Migrate to Gitfyio?
Gitfyio offers a platform fully compatible with GitLab; you can migrate your existing repositories, CI/CD pipelines, and YAML configurations without changing them. You gain the advantage of working on your own domain, under your own brand, and with full control.
Preparation: Inventory and Planning
Before starting the migration, list the groups, projects, CI/CD variables, and user permissions to be moved. Measure repository sizes and Git LFS usage. Schedule a maintenance window and keep your rollback plan ready.
Migration Steps
1) Take a full backup on the source GitLab. 2) Create the target groups on Gitfyio. 3) Move projects using the import tool or via mirroring. 4) Redefine CI/CD variables and runners. 5) Map user and access permissions.
Post-Migration Verification
Run all pipelines to confirm they are green. Test webhooks and integrations. Check DNS and SSH access. Keep the source system read-only for a few days to eliminate the risk of downtime.