minimal-git-server

Lightweight git server with a basic CLI to manage repositories, supporting multiple accounts and running in a container.

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GitHub stars: 47
License: MIT
Latest release: v2.1.17
29 July 2026
Last commit: 22 September 2026
Runs on: Docker

Commits per month, last 12 months

20 commits

How to self-host minimal-git-server

minimal-git-server runs on Docker. The project's own install guide is the place to start; most people put it on a small server with Docker and a reverse proxy for HTTPS.

Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.

New to self-hosting? Start with the beginner's guide.

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Questions

Is minimal-git-server free?

Yes. minimal-git-server is open source under the MIT license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host minimal-git-server?

Yes. minimal-git-server runs on Docker. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

Is minimal-git-server still maintained?

The last change to minimal-git-server's code was on 22 September 2026, with 20 commits in the last 12 months.

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