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OpenBot

A starting template for a company's own AI coworkers, each with its own browser, files and tools.

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What it does

OpenBot is a template for building an AI assistant platform that runs on your own systems. Each AI coworker gets its own browser, files and only the tools you allow.

You can watch an agent work on its own screen and take over when it reaches something it shouldn't do alone. Every action is checked before it happens and recorded afterwards.

The README says it is a template to copy and customise, not a finished product, and that it is an early alpha.

Who it's for

Developers and companies building their own in-house AI assistants.

Can I use it without coding?

Developers only. It is meant to be copied and changed by developers, and runs with Docker. 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
Mac, Server
Computer
An ordinary computer is fine
Privacy
Sends what you give it to an online service
API key
Needed. An API key is a password-like code from an online AI service. What's that?

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.
  • Keep your API key private. Never paste it into websites or share it, and set a spending limit with the AI service.
  • What you type or upload is sent to an online service. Avoid sharing private or sensitive information.
  • More on staying safe

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