What it does
LibreChat is a chat website that looks and works much like ChatGPT, but you run it yourself. You can switch between AI models from many companies, such as OpenAI, Anthropic (Claude), Google and DeepSeek, or use models running on your own computer through tools like Ollama.
It goes beyond basic chat. You can build custom assistants ("agents") without code and share them, upload files, search past messages, and let the AI run code safely in a sealed-off space. It supports multiple users with sign-in, so a team or family can share one setup.
Who it's for
People and organisations who want one private chat app for many AI models.
Can I use it without coding?
With some setup. You set it up on a computer or server, usually with Docker. Using it afterwards is like any chat website. New to this? Start here.
Can I run it?
- Cost
- Free, but needs an AI accountThe software is free, but it uses an online AI service (like OpenAI or Anthropic), which usually charges for use.
- Runs on
- Server, Cloud, Web browser
- Privacy
- Your choice: run it on your device or use an online service
- API key
- Not needed
Try it
- Host it yourself with Docker, or use one of the one-click cloud deploy buttons in the README.
- Open LibreChat in your browser and connect the AI providers you want to use.
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 (MIT): Very permissive: free to use, change and share, including for business.
- More on staying safe