Getting Started

Connect GitBoba to a Gitea or Forgejo server (including Codeberg), or start in Demo to explore sample repos, issues, pull requests, and Actions with no account. Real-server credentials stay on your device — nothing is sent to any third-party server.

Codeberg runs Forgejo. In GitBoba, tap Add Account and choose the Codeberg preset, or enter https://codeberg.org for any Forgejo host. GitBoba checks the server and your token before saving.

1

Install GitBoba

Download the app from the App Store. GitBoba is free to use with your server. Open it and pick Demo to skip setup, or continue below for your own server. Optional Supporter adds layout options and GitBoba-only workflows — not standard Gitea or Forgejo features.

GitBoba home screen — repos, pull requests, and issues on iPhone
Home feed after you connect your server.
2

Generate an API token

On your Gitea or Forgejo server, go to Settings → Applications → Generate Token (wording may vary slightly on Forgejo). Grant the scopes you need (typically read:repository at minimum).

3

Add your server

Open GitBoba and tap Add Account. Enter your server URL (e.g. https://gitea.example.com or https://codeberg.org) and paste the API token. GitBoba detects Gitea vs Forgejo and verifies the connection before saving. Subpath installations like https://git.example.com/gitea are supported.

4

Start browsing

Your repos, notifications, and activity appear on the Home tab. Use Explore to browse organizations, or search for repos across your instance.

GitBoba collects no data. Read the full Privacy Policy for details on credential storage and network traffic.

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