Java/Gitlab I keep running into a 403 “Forbidden” every time I try to clone a repository from GitLab. The error happens right at the cloning stage—before any files are pulled—so the project never reaches my machine. Here’s what I know so far: • The repository sits on GitLab, not GitHub or Bitbucket. • The failure is consistent during the git clone command (both HTTPS and SSH attempts). I’d like you to: 1. Pinpoint the exact cause of the 403 (token, SSH key, group-level permissions, branch protection, Geo mirrors—whatever it may be). 2. Walk me through the fix and apply it so I can clone from the command line and my IDE without errors. 3. Leave me with a brief summary of the root cause and the steps you took to resolve it, so I can replicate the solution on other projects if needed. We can screenshare or you can guide me asynchronously—whichever is fastest for you. I have owner-level access to the GitLab group and can generate PATs or rotate keys on the spot. Let me know what you need and how soon you can jump in.