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Zvec

A lightweight database that lives inside your app and finds information by meaning, keywords, or both.

What it does

Zvec is a vector database, a way to store the number lists (vectors) AI uses to capture meaning, and quickly find the closest matches. Unlike databases that run as a separate server, it runs inside your own program, so there's nothing extra to set up.

It supports meaning-based search, normal keyword search, and filters, all combined in one query. Its makers say it was tested inside Alibaba and can search billions of items in milliseconds, and that data is protected even if the program crashes.

It's available for Python, Node.js, Go, Rust and Flutter. There's also a visual tool, Zvec Studio, for browsing data, and a search tool for code and documents.

Who it's for

Developers adding AI search or memory to apps, from notebooks to small devices.

Can I use it without coding?

Developers only. A code library used by programmers. New to this? Start here.

Can I run it?

Cost
FreeNothing to pay or sign up for.
Runs on
Linux, Mac, Windows
Computer
An ordinary computer is fine
Privacy
Runs on your own device: your data stays with you
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

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