LocalAI
LocalAI is free software that lets you download and run AI models on your own computer or server, without sending your data to outside companies. It is aimed at people and teams who want to use AI privately and control it themselves, and it is also used by programmers who build AI tools.
How hard it is to start using it. Easy: install it like a normal app, or use it in your browser. Advanced: you run it on your own server, use the command line, or it is a tool for developers.
Features
No commands neededEasy app on Mac, but Linux and Docker setup need commands
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Built-in model downloadsModels are downloaded by typing a name or link in the terminal
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Windows, Mac and Linux appMac app mentioned; Windows app not stated
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Connects to your other tools
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Chat with your filesTerminal agent reads your files; no clear built-in document chat
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Makes pictures too
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Connects extra tools (MCP)
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AI contributionsNot stated
The project has not said how it feels about AI-written contributions. Maintainers can set this by claiming the listing.