Gitea open-source self-hosted Git

Gitea is free, self-hosted Git software under the MIT license. Its free version includes code hosting, pull requests and Gitea Actions CI/CD.

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Gitea open-source self-hosted Git is a developer tools perk from Gitea, free, self-hosted (unlimited users), with no funding required.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Gitea open-source self-hosted Git

Gitea's self-hosted edition is free under the MIT license, with unlimited users and repositories. Its free features include code hosting, issue tracking, pull requests, packages and Gitea Actions (CI/CD). Support on the free version is community support only. Gitea Cloud has a 30-day free trial, and Enterprise is a paid plan for dedicated support.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

Free plan Any startup

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Free software with no time limit.
Other requirements: You host and maintain the server yourself. Support on the free version is community support only.

How to claim

How to apply for Gitea open-source self-hosted Git

Steps to apply

1Download Gitea from about.gitea.com and self-host it.
2No application is needed.

Good to know: Plans read on about.gitea.com on October 29, 2026.

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Source: The provider's official program page

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Questions

Gitea open-source self-hosted Git: common questions

What do you get with Gitea open-source self-hosted Git?

Gitea open-source self-hosted Git is free, self-hosted (unlimited users).

Who qualifies for Gitea open-source self-hosted Git?

Gitea open-source self-hosted Git is open to any startup, with no funding required. You host and maintain the server yourself. Support on the free version is community support only.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Gitea open-source self-hosted Git?

No. Gitea open-source self-hosted Git is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Gitea open-source self-hosted Git?

Download Gitea from about.gitea.com and self-host it. No application is needed.

How long do I have to use Gitea open-source self-hosted Git, and does it expire?

Free software with no time limit.

Is Gitea open-source self-hosted Git available outside the US?

Gitea open-source self-hosted Git is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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