May 08, 2026
Jan is designed to be the "operating system" for your local AI. It provides a clean, modern interface for finding, downloading, and running the latest open-source models on your own hardware, with a focus on ease of use and privacy.
Everything in Jan happens on your machine. It includes a built-in model hub, a customizable chat interface, and even a local API server that mimics OpenAI’s, allowing you to use local models in your existing development workflows seamlessly.
As an open-source project, Jan is highly customizable. You can add your own models, adjust system settings, and even contribute to the codebase. It is built for a future where everyone has their own private, powerful AI assistant running on their own terms.