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Ollama Python Library

Lets Python programs talk to AI models running on your own computer through Ollama.

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What it does

This is the official Python library for Ollama, an app that runs AI chat models on your own computer. It lets programmers send messages to a model and get replies from inside their own Python code.

It supports streaming, where the answer appears word by word. It can also use larger models hosted on Ollama's cloud, which requires signing in or an API key.

Who it's for

Python developers who want to add local AI models to their programs.

Can I use it without coding?

Developers only. It's a code library. Ollama itself must be installed and running. New to this? Start here.

Can I run it?

Cost
FreeNothing to pay or sign up for.
Runs on
Mac, Windows, Linux
Privacy
Your choice: run it on your device or use an online service
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 (MIT): Very permissive: free to use, change and share, including for business.
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