Connect Clockify to GitLab
Automate workflows between Clockify and GitLab. No coding required.
The most-used recipe
Clockify
Productivity
DeskFerry agent
Create issue when new item created
Runs on its own
GitLab
Developer Tools
Popular workflows
What you can automate between Clockify and GitLab
These are the most popular automations teams set up between Clockify and GitLab. Each one runs automatically once activated — no manual steps.
Create issue when new item created
Open a new issue or bug report automatically when a new task, page, or item is created.
Create item when new commit pushed
Add a new task, page, or item automatically when code is committed to the repository.
Sync Clockify changes to GitLab
Keep GitLab updated when a task or item is marked complete.
How data flows
What syncs between Clockify and GitLab
When an event occurs in Clockify, the relevant data is automatically sent to GitLab. DeskFerry maps the fields between both apps so the data arrives in the right format — no manual formatting or exports required.
Data from Clockify
- Tasks
- Pages / documents
- Database items
- Status updates
- Assignees
Data from GitLab
- Issues / PRs
- Commits
- Project items
- Labels / tags
- Assignees
Step-by-step guide
How to connect Clockify to GitLab
Follow these steps to set up your integration. The entire process takes under 5 minutes.
What you'll need
- An active Clockify account
- An active GitLab account with repository access
- A free DeskFerry account (sign up takes 30 seconds)
- Step 01
Create your DeskFerry account
Sign up at deskferry.app — it takes 30 seconds and starts a 7-day free trial. You'll land on the dashboard where you can create your first workflow.
- Step 02
Authenticate Clockify
Click "Add Connection" and select Clockify from the app directory. You'll be redirected to Clockify's authorization page. Grant DeskFerry access to your workspaces, databases, pages, and tasks. You select which workspaces the integration can read and write to.
- Step 03
Authenticate GitLab
Same process for GitLab. Click "Add Connection," select GitLab, and authorize access. Grant DeskFerry access to your repositories, issues, and project data. You control which repos and projects the integration can access.
- Step 04
Choose your trigger
Select what event starts the workflow. For this integration, popular triggers include: new item created in clockify or new commit pushed in gitlab. The trigger fires automatically whenever that event happens — no manual intervention.
- Step 05
Configure the action
Define what happens when the trigger fires. For example: create issue in gitlab. Map the data fields between Clockify and GitLab so the right information lands in the right place.
- Step 06
Test and activate
Run a test to confirm data flows correctly between Clockify and GitLab. Check that the fields map as expected, then toggle the workflow on. It runs 24/7 from here — DeskFerry handles retries, error logging, and monitoring automatically.
Benefits
Why connect Clockify and GitLab?
Engineering work doesn't exist in isolation. When GitLab issues and PRs sync to Clockify, product managers and stakeholders get visibility without asking for status updates.
Tips
Tips for your Clockify + GitLab integration
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Use cases
Who uses the Clockify + GitLab integration?
Teams across industries connect Clockify and GitLab to streamline their workflows.
Project managers tracking deliverables who rely on GitLab for developer tools
Engineering teams who need real-time data from Clockify
Project management offices and engineering teams collaborating across tools
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I connect Clockify to GitLab?
Sign up for a free DeskFerry account, then click "Add Connection" to authenticate both Clockify and GitLab via OAuth. Choose a workflow template — like syncing productivity events to developer tools actions — customize the field mapping, and activate. The entire setup takes under 5 minutes.
What can I automate between Clockify and GitLab?
Popular automations include: create Clockify tasks from GitLab issues, sync GitLab PR statuses to Clockify items, close Clockify tasks when GitLab issues resolve, and update Clockify sprint boards from GitLab milestones. Labels and priority fields map automatically.
Is the Clockify and GitLab integration free?
DeskFerry's 7-day free trial is enough to prove the workflow out. If your Clockify-to-GitLab workflows need more volume, paid plans start at $49/month with unlimited workflows and priority execution.
Is my Clockify data secure when connected to GitLab?
Yes. DeskFerry uses OAuth 2.0 for authentication — we never store your Clockify or GitLab passwords. All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256). Your productivity data is only accessed when a workflow runs, and you can revoke access at any time from your DeskFerry dashboard.
Can I sync data both ways between Clockify and GitLab?
Yes. You can set up workflows that trigger from either Clockify or GitLab. For example, create a workflow where Clockify events update GitLab, and a separate one where GitLab changes sync back to Clockify. Each direction is configured independently so you have full control.
Do I need technical skills to connect Clockify and GitLab?
No coding is required. DeskFerry's builder is prompt-based: you describe the trigger and what should happen in plain English, and the agent handles the field mapping. If you can use Clockify and GitLab, you can set up the integration. Most users are running their first workflow within 10 minutes.
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