GitLab integration in ClickUp

The GitLab integration in ClickUp lets your product and engineering teams work together in a single workspace by connecting Git activity directly to tasks. This how-to guide walks you through enabling the integration, setting it up for your spaces, and using it to link development work with your project management process.

Overview of GitLab and ClickUp integration

When you connect GitLab to ClickUp, you can associate branches, commits, and merge requests with specific tasks. This makes it easier to trace code changes back to the work they support and to keep stakeholders informed without switching tools.

With the integration enabled, you can:

• Link GitLab branches and merge requests to tasks in ClickUp.
• See Git activity in task activity feeds.
• Use task IDs in commit messages to automatically associate changes.
• Improve visibility across product and development teams.

The integration uses OAuth to connect your GitLab account and can be configured for GitLab.com or self-managed GitLab instances, depending on your plan.

Requirements for GitLab and ClickUp

Before you configure the integration, check that your accounts and permissions meet the requirements for both tools.

Supported GitLab versions

The GitLab integration supports:

• GitLab.com (cloud-hosted)
• Self-managed GitLab instances that meet the current API requirements

If you use a self-managed instance, make sure it is accessible from the internet if you want ClickUp to communicate with it reliably.

Required ClickUp permissions

To configure the integration inside ClickUp, you typically need:

• Workspace access with permission to manage integrations.
• Space access where you will enable GitLab features.

Other members can use the integration once it is enabled at the workspace and space levels, based on their task and space permissions.

How to connect GitLab to ClickUp

To start using Git features in your workspace, connect your GitLab account to ClickUp at the workspace level. This is usually done by an owner, admin, or member with integration permissions.

Step 1: Open the ClickUp integrations menu

1. Log in to your ClickUp workspace.
2. Open your workspace settings or profile menu.
3. Navigate to the Integrations section.
4. Find and select the GitLab option.

This area lists all available third-party apps that can connect to ClickUp.

Step 2: Authorize GitLab access

1. In the GitLab integration panel, click the button to Connect or Authorize.
2. You will be redirected to GitLab to sign in if you are not already logged in.
3. Review the requested permissions so ClickUp can read your repositories and activity.
4. Approve the authorization request to complete the connection.

After authorization, GitLab will redirect you back to ClickUp and confirm that the workspace is now connected.

Step 3: Confirm successful integration

Once authorization is complete, you should see GitLab listed as a connected app in your ClickUp integration settings.

• Look for a status or label indicating that GitLab is connected.
• If you have multiple GitLab accounts, verify that the correct one is linked.
• From here, you can disconnect or reauthorize the integration when needed.

Enable GitLab per space in ClickUp

After you connect at the workspace level, enable GitLab for each space where teams will link development work to tasks in ClickUp.

Configure GitLab settings for a space

1. Open the space where you want to use Git features in ClickUp.
2. Click the space settings or space menu.
3. Go to the Integrations or Git section.
4. Enable the GitLab toggle for that space.

In some configurations, you may be able to map specific GitLab repositories or groups to a space. This helps keep Git activity scoped to the appropriate work area.

Manage multiple spaces using ClickUp and GitLab

You can enable GitLab in several spaces if different teams use different repositories. For example:

• A product space linked to front-end repositories.
• A backend engineering space linked to core service repositories.
• A DevOps space linked to infrastructure code.

This configuration helps keep Git updates organized and makes it easier to navigate activity inside ClickUp.

Link GitLab activity to ClickUp tasks

Once GitLab is connected and enabled, the key value of the integration comes from linking branches, commits, and merge requests to tasks in ClickUp.

Use task IDs in Git commit messages

The simplest way to associate activity is by including a task ID from ClickUp in your Git commit messages. The integration scans for these references and automatically links the commit.

1. Open a task in ClickUp and copy its task ID from the task header or URL.
2. In your development environment, include the task ID in your commit message, such as CU-1234 Fix login bug.
3. Push your commit to the connected GitLab repository.

After the push, the associated task will display the commit in its activity section, providing a clear audit trail from work item to code change.

Link branches and merge requests to ClickUp

You can also connect branches and merge requests to tasks:

• Name branches with the task ID included, for example feature/CU-1234-login-fix.
• Mention the ClickUp task ID in the description of a merge request.
• Use consistent naming rules across your team so links are created reliably.

Linked branches and merge requests appear on the related task, allowing product managers and other stakeholders to track progress without leaving ClickUp.

View Git activity inside ClickUp tasks

When GitLab events are linked to a task, they appear inside the task view:

• An activity stream shows commits, branches, and merge requests.
• Each item includes a link back to GitLab for full details.
• Team members can quickly confirm whether code has been merged or is still in review.

This brings development updates directly into the task conversation, reducing the need for manual status updates.

Best practices for using GitLab with ClickUp

To make the most of the GitLab integration in ClickUp, standardize how your team references tasks and organizes work.

Standardize task ID usage

Create clear rules for including ClickUp task IDs in Git work:

• Require task IDs in all commit messages related to tracked work.
• Include the task ID in branch names and merge request titles.
• Document these standards in your team onboarding materials.

Consistent ID usage ensures every relevant change is visible in ClickUp.

Align workflows between GitLab and ClickUp

Align your project workflows in both tools so work is easy to track:

• Map ClickUp statuses to GitLab branch and merge request states.
• Use task custom fields to track deployment or review state if needed.
• Encourage developers to update task statuses when merges are completed.

This alignment lets non-technical stakeholders trust the status they see in ClickUp without checking GitLab directly.

Keep repositories and spaces organized

Plan how repositories map to spaces so activity stays relevant:

• Avoid linking unrelated repositories to one space in ClickUp.
• Group related repositories under the same space for better context.
• Review integration settings when teams or repos change.

Regular reviews keep your integration clean and easy to navigate.

Troubleshooting GitLab and ClickUp integration

If Git activity is not appearing in tasks or the integration seems disconnected, follow these checks inside ClickUp and GitLab.

Check integration authorization

• Confirm GitLab still shows ClickUp as an authorized application.
• If needed, disconnect and reconnect the integration from the ClickUp integration settings.
• Verify that the authorized GitLab user has access to the relevant repositories.

Confirm task ID usage and format

• Ensure commit messages and branch names contain the correct task ID format from ClickUp.
• Check for typos or missing prefixes in the ID.
• Test with a new commit using a simple, clear message that includes the ID.

Review space-level GitLab settings

• Confirm that GitLab is enabled for the specific space where the task is located in ClickUp.
• Verify that the correct repositories are associated with that space, if applicable.
• Ask an admin to review workspace integration settings if you do not have permission.

If issues persist, consult the official integration documentation and support options.

Learn more about GitLab integration in ClickUp

For complete, always up-to-date technical details about the GitLab integration in ClickUp, including any new features, limitations, and configuration steps, refer to the official documentation on the ClickUp Help Center: GitLab integration article.

If you want broader guidance on optimizing your workspace, automation, and connected tools around ClickUp, you can explore additional consulting resources at Consultevo.

By carefully configuring GitLab and ClickUp and following consistent workflow practices, your team can keep development and project management in sync and maintain full visibility from feature idea to deployed code.

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