description GitLab Pages Overview
GitLab Pages is a static website hosting feature integrated with GitLab repositories and GitLab CI/CD. A pipeline builds files such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and generated documentation, then publishes the resulting static output through a Pages site, with support for project or custom domains depending on the configuration. It is intended for documentation, portfolios, project sites, demos, and other websites that do not require server-side application code.
help GitLab Pages FAQ
How does GitLab Pages publish a site from a repository?
A GitLab CI/CD pipeline builds the project and publishes a directory of static files such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or generated documentation. The result is served as a Pages site tied to the project or group.
Can GitLab Pages host a documentation site generated by a build tool?
Yes. A pipeline can generate documentation and pass the output to the Pages publishing job, so tools such as Jekyll, Docusaurus, or another static generator can be used.
Does GitLab Pages run PHP or server-side database code?
No. GitLab Pages serves static output, so PHP, Node.js server code, and database queries must run somewhere else. Client-side JavaScript can still run in the visitor's browser.
What is the difference between GitLab Pages and GitHub Pages?
Both publish static sites from Git repositories, but GitLab Pages is closely integrated with GitLab CI/CD pipelines. GitHub Pages commonly uses GitHub Actions or built-in Pages workflows, while GitLab lets the repository's CI configuration define the build process.
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