Gitea is a lightweight, blazing-fast open-source code hosting and software forge. Designed as a self-hosted alternative to GitHub or GitLab, it provides a full suite of Git tools—including repository management, issue tracking, continuous integration (CI/CD), and package registries—all running efficiently on minimal system resources.
Key Features
Lightning-Fast & Lightweight: Written in Go, Gitea requires incredibly low memory and CPU, making it perfect for Raspberry Pi, NAS devices, or modest cloud servers.
Integrated CI/CD: Native Gitea Actions give you automated build, test, and deployment pipelines (fully compatible with GitHub Actions).
Built-in Package Registry: Host and manage over 20 different artifact and package types, including npm, Maven, Docker, and Helm charts.
Agile Project Management: Keep track of tasks and bugs using integrated Kanban boards, issue assignments, and milestones.
Hassle-Free Deployment: Easily install and maintain using pre-compiled binaries or pre-configured Docker containers.
Who is it for?
Gitea is perfect for solo developers, open-source communities, and enterprise teams who want absolute control over their intellectual property and development workflows without sacrificing premium features.
