Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you might want to know about LocalIdea. Can't find your answer? Send us an anonymous comment from the Home page or write to us.
General
What is LocalIdea?
LocalIdea is a fully offline AI assistant that turns your ideas into applications and websites. The AI models run directly on your PC: no cloud, no subscription, no data ever leaving your computer.
Is LocalIdea really free? Are there usage limits?
There is no subscription and no usage counter. Since the models run on your own PC, usage is unlimited by nature: you can chat and build as much as you want.
Do I need an account to use LocalIdea?
No. There is no login, no registration and no token. You install LocalIdea and start creating immediately.
Do I need to know how to code?
No. You describe what you want in your own words and the AI builds it. If you do know how to code, you get full access to the source with every change protected by Approve/Reject.
What can I build with LocalIdea?
Applications and websites. Apps are exported as installers for Windows, Linux and macOS; websites become a zip file ready to publish. You can also simply chat with the assistant, which keeps its own memory and personality.
What languages are available?
Available in English, Italian, Spanish, German, French, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Hindi and Brazilian Portuguese. More languages coming soon!
Privacy & Offline
Does LocalIdea need an internet connection?
Only to download the models the first time. After that, LocalIdea works completely offline, forever. You can even import models from a USB stick and never connect at all.
Where do my conversations and projects go?
Nowhere. Conversations, projects and the assistant's memory live only on your disk. There is no LocalIdea server to send them to — it's not a promise, it's the architecture.
Is my hardware information sent anywhere?
No. The hardware scan on first launch is used only locally, to optimize how models are loaded and executed on your machine. There is no telemetry of any kind.
Who owns what I create with LocalIdea?
You do, 100%. All generated source code, apps and websites are yours, with no restrictions. You can use them, modify them, sell them or publish them freely.
Models & Performance
Which AI models can I use?
Any model in GGUF format: the ones LocalIdea suggests, ones you download from the internet, or files already on your PC. LocalIdea recognizes them, measures them and tells you honestly which ones will be fast on your hardware.
What does the "fast" label on a model mean?
It means that model will run at full speed on your specific hardware. LocalIdea assigns it automatically after measuring your PC. Models without the label still work: the engine optimizes them in the background into faster versions.
My PC is old — will LocalIdea work?
LocalIdea was born exactly for this: the engine adapts to the hardware it finds and optimizes models accordingly. An old PC will never be as fast as a new one, but LocalIdea squeezes out the maximum physically possible — and always tells you what to expect.
How much RAM do I need?
4 GB is the minimum; 8 GB or more is recommended. With 4 GB we suggest models up to ~3 GB — LocalIdea recommends them by itself with the "fast" label and automatically optimizes the bigger ones. More RAM = more capable models at full speed.
How much disk space do models take?
LocalIdea itself needs about 5 GB; models typically range from ~1 GB to several GB each. We recommend 16 GB or more of free space, ideally on an SSD for faster loading.
Does LocalIdea work on 32-bit systems?
No. LocalIdea runs only on x86-64 (64-bit) architectures and not on i686 (32-bit) architectures.
Which operating systems are supported?
Windows 10 or later, Linux, and macOS 12 or later. Recent versions are recommended for the best experience.
Can I import models I already have on my PC?
Yes, with one click. Any GGUF file works: LocalIdea recognizes it, measures it and tells you how it will perform on your hardware before you even use it.
Projects & Workflow
How do I get my finished app or website out of LocalIdea?
Apps are exported as installers for Windows, Linux and macOS. Websites are exported as a zip ready to publish. You can preview everything before downloading, and the Explore button lets you use the result as if it were already live.
Can I edit the generated code myself?
Yes. Every project has a Code view with full access to the source. Changes — yours or the AI's — go through Approve/Reject, so nothing is ever applied without your consent.
What happens if I reject a change the AI proposes?
Everything goes back exactly as it was. Rejecting a change is always safe: you see the difference first, then decide, and nothing is lost either way.
Can I move my settings and assistant to another PC?
Yes. You can export and import your settings — backgrounds, identity and memory of the assistant — on any PC, so your setup follows you.
Updates & Support
How do I update LocalIdea? Can I try the beta versions?
All stable versions and experimental betas are published on the Releases page. Download the latest stable version for everyday use, or try a beta if you want to test what's coming next.
How do I report a bug or suggest a feature?
Use the anonymous idea/comment form on the Home page — it goes straight to the team — or write to us at localidea.support@gmail.com. Every message is read.