Open your project in GitLab and go to Settings > Repository .

Locate the tag or wildcard pattern (e.g., v* ) you want to "unblock." Click the Unprotect button next to it.

Frustrated and determined, Alex decided to take matters into their own hands. They began to investigate the block, scouring the company's network and searching for any clues that might lead them to an unblocked GitLab.

✅ tag unblocked gitlab – The previously blocked tag is now cleared. Pipelines and pushes to GitLab are operational again.