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Jan

Open-source ChatGPT alternative that runs offline

Jan is a desktop app for chatting with local open models or connecting to cloud APIs, keeping data on your device.

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Pricing: Free

Platforms: Mac, Windows, Linux

Categories: AI

Jan is an alternative to

ChatGPT

Jan compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Jan	Free	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
LM Studio	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
Ollama	Free plan	–	Yes	Mac, Windows, Linux
AnythingLLM	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Mac, Windows, Linux, Self-hosted
Harper	Free	Yes	–	Browser extension, Mac, Windows, Linux, Web
Open WebUI	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Web
Msty	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux

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Questions

Is Jan free?

Jan is free.

Is Jan open source?

Yes, Jan is open source.

What platforms does Jan run on?

Jan is available for Mac, Windows, Linux.

What are some alternatives to Jan?

Similar indie products include LM Studio, Ollama, AnythingLLM, Harper and 4 more.

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