Jan

Open-source ChatGPT alternative that runs locally

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About Jan

Jan is an open-source, offline-first ChatGPT alternative that runs 100% on your computer. It features a clean desktop interface, model library, and extensions system — designed for privacy-conscious users.

Features

Local inference
Model library
Extensions
Privacy-first
Offline mode

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +Beautiful desktop app
  • +100% offline capability
  • +Clean model management
  • +Extensions system
  • +Privacy-first design

Cons

  • Limited model selection vs Ollama
  • Newer, less mature
  • Some features still in development
  • Can be slow on older hardware

Platforms

macOSLinuxWindows

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