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# Connect

Connect GitLab to Zluri

## Prerequisites

**Before you begin integration with Zluri, ensure the following:**

1. You have a valid **GitLab account**.
2. You are a **GitLab Admin** with permission to authorize third-party integrations.
3. You are logged into the correct GitLab account associated with your organization.

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## Setup Steps

### Step 1: Select Scopes for GitLab

1. In Zluri, search for and select the **GitLab** integration.
2. Choose the scopes required for your use case:
   * For example: **Discovery**, **Workflows**
3. You may also use the **default scopes** suggested by Zluri for a smoother experience.

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### Step 2: Connect with GitLab and Save Instance

1. Click **Connect** or **Connect Another Instance** in Zluri.
2. Choose your authorization method:

#### Authorization Options:

**Self-Authorization**

* If you are the GitLab Admin, proceed with logging in using your GitLab credentials to authorize the integration.

**Co-worker Authorization**

* Choose **Send to a Co-worker**.
* Enter the co-worker’s **name and email ID**.
* Zluri will send them a **Connect Link** or **Authorization Code**.
* Once the co-worker completes the authorization, you can continue to the next step.

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### Step 3: Save the Instance

1. After successful authorization, Zluri allows you to **save the connection instance**.
2. You may also connect **multiple instances** of GitLab with different scopes or for different organizational units.

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✅ GitLab is now successfully connected with Zluri!