How to update gitlab
- George Apostolov
How to update gitlab: step-by-step guide
Log in to your GitLab account on your laptop or computer, then navigate to the Admin Area to check for updates.
Open your terminal and log in to your server via SSH.
Run this command on your terminal "sudo apt-get update."
Update the GitLab package to install the latest version by running the command "
sudo apt upgrade gitlab-ce."The upgrade is now completed.
Quick answer: To update GitLab, first check for updates in the Admin Area while logged into your account. Next, open your terminal, SSH into your server, and run the command sudo apt-get update. Finally, run sudo apt upgrade gitlab-ce to install the latest package version and complete the upgrade.
About this GitLab tutorial
Upgrade your GitLab instance to the latest version by checking the Admin Area and running terminal commands via SSH. This guide shows how to update gitlab in 5 steps, starting with "Log in to your GitLab account on your laptop or computer, then navigate to the Admin Ar..." and finishing with "The upgrade is now completed". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitLab interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to update gitlab?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your GitLab data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitLab. Related guides: How to upgrade gitlab, How to use gitlab personal access token and Automate Jira releases from GitLab with Zapier. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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