What it does
AgenticSeek is an AI agent, an assistant that takes actions rather than just chatting. It can search and read websites, fill in web forms, write and run code, and split big tasks into steps handled by different specialised agents.
Its makers describe it as a local alternative to Manus AI, designed to run with AI models on your own hardware so your files and searches stay private. Cloud AI services can be used too, optionally. Voice control is in progress.
Its makers describe it as a side project without a formal roadmap.
Who it's for
Tech-savvy users who want a private, self-hosted AI agent.
Can I use it without coding?
With some setup. Needs Git, Python, Docker and editing a settings file; running models locally needs a capable computer. New to this? Start here.
Can I run it?
- Cost
- FreeNothing to pay or sign up for.
- Runs on
- Mac, Windows, Linux
- Computer
- Works best on a powerful computer or one with a graphics card (GPU)
- Privacy
- Your choice: run it on your device or use an online service
- API key
- Not needed
Try it
- Install Git, Python 3.10 and Docker Desktop.
- Start a local model provider such as Ollama, then start AgenticSeek.
Using Claude Code, Cursor or another AI coding assistant? Paste the prompt and it will walk you through the setup.New to this?
Before you install
- Only download from the official GitHub page. Copies with similar names exist for many popular projects.
- License (GPL-3.0): Free to use; if you share a changed version, you must share your source code too.
- More on staying safe
Where people are talking about it
- Show HN: AgenticSeek – Self-hosted alternative to cloud-based AI toolsHacker News · Apr 2025