What it does
This repository holds the source code for Civitai, a platform where people share customised Stable Diffusion models. Stable Diffusion is a popular AI that makes images from text.
On the platform, people create an account, upload their models, browse what others have shared and leave comments and feedback.
The code here is for developers who want to run or contribute to the site; it is built with common web technologies.
Who it's for
Web developers who want to contribute to or run a copy of the Civitai platform.
Can I use it without coding?
Developers only. Running this code needs Docker, Node.js and developer setup. New to this? Start here.
Can I run it?
- Runs on
- Server
- API key
- Not needed
Try it
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 (Apache-2.0): Permissive: free to use, change and share, including for business.
- More on staying safe
Where people are talking about it
- CivitAI Policy Update: Removal of Real-Person Likeness ContentHacker News · May 2025