Open-source ChatGPT alternative that runs entirely offline. Run local AI models with a clean desktop UI.
Jan is easy to set up with strong trust signals. Check agent compatibility and use-case fit before adding it to your workflow.
Repository setup guidance
gh repo view janhq/jan --webOpen the official repository or website.
Check the README for package manager, auth, and platform requirements.
Try it in a small test task inside your agent workflow.
Jan is a desktop application that lets you run AI models locally on your computer. No internet connection needed, no data leaves your device. Supports models from HuggingFace, Ollama, and custom GGUF files. Features include chat, model management, and local API server.
Jan is a desktop application that lets you run AI models locally on your computer. No internet connection needed, no data leaves your device. Supports models from HuggingFace, Ollama, and custom GGUF files. Features include chat, model management, and local API server.
Strong trust signals; still review the README and permissions before production use.
Last commit was about 60 days ago.
24000 GitHub stars indicate community interest.
200 open issues signal maintenance load.
AGPL-3.0 license detected.
Offline AI chat
Local model testing
Privacy-sensitive AI work
100% offline capable
No data leaves your device
Open-source and auditable
24,000
Stars
1,800
Forks
200
Issues
AGPL-3.0
License
Run large language models locally with a simple CLI. Supports Llama, Mistral, Gemma, and 100+ models with one command.
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Open-source ChatGPT alternative that runs entirely offline. Run local AI models with a clean desktop UI.
Privacy-conscious Developers, Offline Users
The setup section provides repository-level starting guidance, not a guarantee of an independently verified installation. Check the official README and release notes.
100% offline capable No data leaves your device
Similar or complementary options to evaluate include Ollama, anthropic-skills, Claude Code.
May 31, 2026
3 security/trust notes recorded.
Setup difficulty is 1/5.