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+---
+stage: none
+group: unassigned
+info: To determine the technical writer assigned to the Stage/Group associated with this page, see https://about.gitlab.com/handbook/product/ux/technical-writing/#assignments
+type: index
+---
+
+# Localization **(FREE SELF)**
+
+As an administrator of a GitLab self-managed instance, you can manage the behavior of your
+deployment.
+
+## Change the default first day of the week
+
+You can change the [Default first day of the week](../../user/profile/preferences.md)
+for the entire GitLab instance:
+
+1. On the left sidebar, select **Search or go to**.
+1. Select **Admin Area**.
+1. Select **Settings > Preferences**.
+1. Scroll to the **Localization** section, and select your desired first day of the week.
+
+## Change the default language
+
+You can change the [Default language](../../user/profile/preferences.md)
+for the entire GitLab instance:
+
+1. On the left sidebar, select **Search or go to**.
+1. Select **Admin Area**.
+1. Select **Settings > Preferences**.
+1. Scroll to the **Localization** section, and select your desired default language.