Jan.ai is an open-source, offline AI platform supporting local LLMs (Llama, Gemma, Qwen). It integrates with cloud services & allows custom assistant creation via OpenAI-compatible API. Runs on various hardware for enhanced privacy.
Jan.ai presents a compelling open-source alternative to ChatGPT, enabling users to run Large Language Models (LLMs) like Llama, Gemma, and Qwen directly on their computers without relying on the internet. It facilitates both local operation of downloaded models from Hugging Face and integration with cloud-based AI services through OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral, and Groq. Users can also create custom AI assistants using Jan.ai’s OpenAI-compatible API, accessible via localhost:1337, and leverage its Model Context Protocol (MCP) for agentic capabilities. Designed for maximum privacy, Jan.ai allows all operations to occur locally, ensuring user control. The software is highly versatile, supporting a wide range of hardware configurations including NVIDIA GPUs, Apple M-series chips, as well as Linux Debian and Windows x64 systems, making it suitable for diverse computing environments, from personal computers to multi-GPU clusters.
