GitLab Container Registry
A secure and private registry for your Docker images.
Overview
The GitLab Container Registry is a secure and private registry for Docker images, built on open source software. It is fully integrated with GitLab, allowing you to easily manage and deploy your container images as part of your CI/CD pipelines. The Container Registry is available in all GitLab tiers, including the free version.
✨ Key Features
- Integrated with GitLab CI/CD
- Fine-grained access control
- Tag pruning and garbage collection
- Helm chart repository
- Free for all tiers
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with the GitLab DevOps platform
- Free and included in all GitLab tiers
Unique Value: A seamless and integrated experience for managing container images alongside your source code and CI/CD pipelines within a single DevOps platform.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications within GitLab
- Private image hosting for development and production environments
- Version control for Docker images alongside source code
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations not using GitLab for source code management and CI/CD
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more unified and streamlined workflow for GitLab users compared to using a separate, third-party container registry.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: 5 GB of storage and 10 GB of data transfer per month
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