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Jan
Private offline AI assistant
by Menlo Research Pte. Ltd.
Official site: flathub.org
About Jan
Jan is an open source alternative to ChatGPT that runs 100% offline on your computer.
Features
Local AI models: Run LLMs such as Llama, Gemma, Qwen and others on your device
Optional cloud access: Connect to services like OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini and Groq when internet-based models are required
Custom assistants: Create tailored assistants for writing, coding, summarizing and more
OpenAI-compatible API: Includes a local API server at localhost:1337 for tools expecting the OpenAI format
MCP support: Integrates the Model Context Protocol for enhanced workflows and tooling
Privacy-aware design: Jan works offline by default. Cloud access is optional and user-controlled
Jan is actively maintained by Menlo Research.
Feedback, bug reports and feature requests are welcomed through GitHub.
How to install Jan
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub ai.jan.Jan
- Open Jan once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jan free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Jan is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Jan from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub ai.jan.Jan. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Jan safe?
Jan downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
