Gitee
A Chinese code hosting platform similar to GitHub.
Gitee at a glance
Gitee is a technology website and one of the most visited sites in China, currently ranked #195 in the country. It was founded in 2013 by Not publicly disclosed and is headquartered in Shenzhen, China. Today Gitee is owned by OSChina. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 50 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through enterprise subscriptions. Its closest rivals include github.com, gitlab.com, coding.net.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 47 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 48.5 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 50 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 53 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct56%
- Organic search27%
- Referral9%
- Social5%
- Paid3%
Audience & demographics
- Men57%
- Women43%
- Age 25-3432%
- Age 35-4424%
- Age 18-2421%
The audience is concentrated in China, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- China86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 15 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- China
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| gitee | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| login | Top 10 | High | — |
| app download | Top 10 | High | — |
| pricing | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the China web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 68% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading technology apps in China
Company information
- Website
- gitee.com
- Sector
- Technology
- Owner
- OSChina
- Owner type
- Private company
- Founders
- Not publicly disclosed
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- Shenzhen, China
- Employees
- 300+
- Ownership
- OSChina controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $30 million annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- Chinese
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, referral
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $30 million annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Private company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Gitee operates a technology platform focused on China. A Chinese code hosting platform similar to GitHub. Revenue comes mainly from enterprise subscriptions, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Enterprise subscriptions
Products & services
Related deals on Amazon
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International presence
- Primary market
- China
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (China)
- #195 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading technology site in China
- Global rank
- 1500
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| github.com | ≈ 30 million / month | #196 class competitor | — |
| gitlab.com | ≈ 22.5 million / month | #197 class competitor | — |
| coding.net | ≈ 15 million / month | #198 class competitor | — |
What is Gitee?
Gitee (gitee.com) is a technology platform serving users in China. A Chinese code hosting platform similar to GitHub. It ranks #195 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the technology category.
Who owns Gitee?
The site is operated by OSChina, founded by Not publicly disclosed. The company was established in 2013 and is headquartered in Shenzhen, China. It employs around 300+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Gitee at roughly 50 million visits per month, about 1.7 million per day. Around 68% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 5.6 pages per visit with an average session of 5 min.
How Gitee makes money
Revenue comes primarily from enterprise subscriptions, alongside .
Competitors in China
Its closest rivals include github.com, gitlab.com, coding.net.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2013
Gitee is founded in Shenzhen, China.
- Growth phase
Expands its technology offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #195 among the most visited websites in China.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Fast, reliable core product used daily
- Deep local language and market support
- Strong developer and integration ecosystem
- Free tier with broad reach
Cons
- Data collection and privacy questions from advertising
- Feature set can be complex for new users
- Limited direct customer support
- Dependence on advertising revenue
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Gitee?
Gitee is operated by OSChina. Private company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Gitee headquartered?
Gitee is headquartered in Shenzhen, China.
When was Gitee founded?
Gitee was founded in 2013 by Not publicly disclosed.
How many employees does Gitee have?
Gitee employs approximately 300+ people.
What is Gitee's revenue?
Gitee's revenue: ≈ $30 million annual revenue (est.).
Who are Gitee's competitors?
Main competitors in China include github.com, gitlab.com, coding.net.
How does Gitee make money?
Mainly enterprise subscriptions.
Is Gitee publicly traded?
No — Gitee is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by OSChina.
How many visitors does Gitee get?
Third-party estimates place Gitee at roughly 50 million visits per month, mostly from China, with 68% mobile traffic.
Is Gitee safe?
Gitee is an established technology site founded in 2013 and ranked #195 in China; use the official domain gitee.com and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsgitee.com
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageChina and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos