The macOS guide describes Intel and Apple Silicon setup. Choose an asset matching your hardware and the selected release's compatibility requirements.
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The macOS guide describes Intel and Apple Silicon setup. Choose an asset matching your hardware and the selected release's compatibility requirements.
Use Android downloads or the official release source linked there. Each published APK variant is listed separately with its asset information.
The guide targets modern 64-bit x86 Linux with required Tauri desktop dependencies. Package-manager, desktop and runtime compatibility must be checked for your distribution.
The current desktop guide targets Windows 10 and Windows 11, 64-bit. Check the exact release asset for architecture and any additional version requirements.
OpenMindAI is a local-first AI application for chat, coding and project workflows. Start with the installation guides, then check the selected release's notes for available features.
Follow the Android guide for selecting an APK, granting source-specific installation permission and opening the installed app.
Open Apple menu → About This Mac. A Chip entry identifies Apple Silicon; an Intel processor entry identifies an Intel Mac.
No. Distribution versions, system libraries and GPU stacks differ. Follow the selected release's instructions and report your exact distribution when troubleshooting.
Supported local workflows can run offline after the app, inference runtime and model are installed. Downloads, update checks and network-connected integrations still need internet access.
Choose the architecture supported by your system and the selected release. The primary documented path is x64; an x86 asset does not imply identical model/runtime support.
Apple Silicon normally uses arm64 assets; Intel Macs use x64 assets. Use the architecture explicitly provided for your machine by the selected release.
Open Settings → System → About and check System type. Match the package's architecture to the processor and operating system information shown there.
Choose the ABI supported by your device and Android system. Published variants can include arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a and x86_64.
A supported local model can run without a cloud AI account. If you choose a network-connected integration, review its provider requirements separately.
Run uname -m in a terminal. Match the result with the release's architecture labels; x86_64 corresponds to the usual AMD64/x64 desktop path.
No. Emulation and native runtime compatibility are separate concerns. Use a package explicitly suitable for your machine or request clarification with your Windows architecture.
A Universal package can include builds for multiple Mac architectures. Verify the release describes the asset as Universal and check its supported macOS versions.
It is Android's 64-bit ARM ABI label. Use that APK only when your device's Android environment supports it and the release's other requirements are met.
No. Local inference differs from downloading packages, checking releases and contacting external services. Check a feature's connection requirements before relying on it offline.
Do not assume compatibility. Use an explicitly published ARM asset with compatible runtime instructions, or ask support about the target machine.
It is Android's 32-bit ARM ABI label. Choose it only for a compatible device and published release; it is not interchangeable with every other APK.
Follow the Windows guide. It covers requirements, official downloads, first-run storage and local model setup.
Use the Download Center or the official GitHub release linked there. Choose the package for your operating system and processor architecture.
No. The primary guide targets 64-bit x86, and runtime/model requirements are separate from package availability. Check the asset's notes and memory limits.
No. Application emulation does not guarantee inference runtime compatibility or performance. Prefer the release's matching native asset when available.
Follow the Linux guide for requirements, bootstrap permissions, desktop dependencies and local model setup.
The website's latest stable release area and release archive show published releases. Read the version's release notes before upgrading.
The guide specifies recent supported macOS systems rather than one universal minimum. Check the exact package's release notes before installing on an older Mac.
It targets a compatible 64-bit x86 Android environment, often an emulator or specific device. It is not the normal ARM package for most phones.
Use the package published for your intended installation method. EXE and MSI installers can have different options; follow that asset's instructions rather than renaming or converting it.
Choose the format published for your distribution and intended installation method. These formats have different prerequisites; follow the matching asset's instructions.
Check trusted device specifications or Android development diagnostics. If using authorized ADB, adb shell getprop ro.product.cpu.abilist reports supported ABIs.
Use the macOS guide for architecture selection, the official bootstrap and first-run local storage and model setup.
Open that version from the release archive. The release notes describe changes, known limitations and any platform-specific installation requirements.
Use it only if the release identifies it as a Windows portable package. Extract the complete archive to a writable folder and follow its instructions.
No. A signature or checksum file verifies another asset. Download the actual application package listed for Windows, not its accompanying verification file.
Use the package and installation method actually published for your chosen release. DMG and .command assets follow different steps; read the matching instructions.
DEB packages are intended for compatible Debian-family systems. Check architecture and dependency requirements and use your distribution's supported package-installation workflow.
Yes. The Android operating system's supported ABIs matter as well as processor hardware. Match the APK to the ABIs exposed by your device.
The published v4.0.0 notes describe coding, project automation and code intelligence improvements. Read the v4.0.0 release notes for the complete list and platform caveats.
Check architecture and the release's runtime requirements, including any AppImage-related dependencies. Grant execute permission to the verified file and follow its instructions.
Open the verified disk image and follow its installer or application-copy instructions. Launch the installed application from its intended location, not an incomplete download.
No. The v4.0.0 notes explain that Android companion packages retain a separate build version. Use each asset's own version and compatibility information.
The Windows guide uses 8 GB RAM as a practical baseline for the default 4B model. Leave room for Windows, other apps and larger contexts.
Use a Universal APK only if the selected release publishes and identifies one. Otherwise, choose a compatible ABI-specific asset from the Download Center.
Start with about 6 GB free space for initial setup, then allow more for additional models and updates. Check space on both download and storage drives.
Download the official .command asset, review it and follow the published Terminal command. Grant execute permission only to the verified file if instructed.
They are separate published APK variants. Architecture, filename, size and installation instructions are tied to each individual asset.
Download the official script, review it and use the release's published terminal command. Make that specific script executable only when instructed.
Check Android downloads for published APK variants. An installation guide exists, but it does not guarantee every release includes every architecture.
The file may lack execute permission or be in a restricted location. Follow the release's permission step for that specific file; avoid broad permission changes.
The script may lack execute permission or the filesystem may disallow execution. Check the file and mount options; avoid recursively changing permissions on unrelated folders.
No dedicated GPU is required for the documented CPU path. A supported acceleration backend may improve speed, but compatibility depends on hardware and drivers.
No. The v4.0.0 release notes state that Android companion packages retain a separate build version. Check the Android package's own version information.
The shell may split an unquoted path into arguments. Quote the actual filename correctly and use the command syntax shown for your release.
Use the selected APK's release requirements. The website's general guide does not establish one minimum Android version for every package.
Check the download filename and current directory. Use the actual path, quote paths containing spaces and follow the command shown for your asset.
No. Acceleration is backend-specific, and some GPUs are unsupported or lack enough memory. Confirm compatibility and use the supported CPU path when necessary.
Use the iOS installation guide and the selected release's instructions. iOS installation requires appropriate signing and provisioning; an Android APK cannot install on iOS.
No. An APK is an Android package. Use the iOS guide and a correctly signed iOS distribution when available.
Check the official download source, version and architecture. Close any running OpenMindAI instance and preserve important local data before an upgrade.
Routine application use should not require root. Use elevated permissions only for documented system-package installation steps, then launch the app as your normal user.
A dedicated GPU is optional for the supported CPU inference path. Acceleration depends on the model, compatible backend, drivers and available memory.
Normal distributed packages and source builds have different prerequisites. Install Apple development tools only when the selected source-build or bootstrap instructions require them.
Verify the asset came from the official release, inspect its details and compare a published checksum when available. If unsure, stop and ask support about that file.
The documented installation uses Android's normal package installer and source-specific permission. It does not require rooting the device.
The macOS guide uses 8 GB unified/system memory as a practical baseline for the default 4B model. Larger models and multitasking benefit from more.
A package manager may need permission to install system dependencies. Review the requested command and use your distribution's approved installation process.
The desktop guides use 8 GB RAM as a practical baseline for the default 4B local model. Larger models, longer contexts and multitasking need more memory.
Allow about 6 GB free space initially and additional space for models, updates and projects. Check the chosen storage volume, not just the startup disk.
The guide names WebKitGTK/AppIndicator dependencies for the Tauri environment. Exact package names and versions differ by distribution and release.
Do not turn off protection globally. If a verified official package is flagged, record the detection and report the exact asset to support for investigation.
Open it from the browser's Downloads list or a file manager, review the system prompt, allow that source if requested and complete installation.
The desktop guides recommend about 6 GB free space for initial runtime and model setup. Keep extra space for additional models, updates, temporary downloads and project data.
A separate dedicated GPU is not a general requirement. Inference acceleration depends on the supported backend and hardware; check the selected release's guidance.
An application or backend dependency may be missing or incompatible. Record the exact library name and install the documented package for your distribution.
It permits that browser or file manager to launch package installation. Enable it only for a verified download you intend to install and follow your device's policy.
An installer may need permission to write system locations or install components. Review the verified installer and prompt; do not run the entire daily workflow as administrator by default.
An SSD can reduce model loading and file-access delays. It does not replace sufficient memory, and inference speed also depends on the processor and backend.
The storage root selected during setup holds local AI components and data used by that setup. Record its location and inspect its contents before moving or deleting it.
The documented Linux application uses a desktop environment. Do not assume a headless mode exists unless the selected release explicitly documents one.
No. Grant source-specific permission only when needed for the verified official APK. Broadly enabling unrelated sources is unnecessary for this installation.
It depends on the selected package and your device policy. Use a published user-level or portable option when available, or ask your administrator about approved installation methods.
No. The model and runtime must support the appropriate backend. Hardware capability alone does not confirm that the current inference session uses acceleration.
Signing, notarization or download quarantine can trigger a warning. Verify the exact official asset and follow Apple's normal review process; stop if the source is uncertain.
Yes, through your device's app or security settings where available. Revoking a browser's install-source permission does not normally uninstall the already installed app.
No universal equivalence is guaranteed. Desktop integration and graphics behavior can differ; include your display session and desktop environment in a support report.
Use the storage selection available in the app's setup workflow. Choose a writable drive with sufficient space and avoid moving active model files manually.
Download the bootstrap asset for your release and follow its published setup command. Review the script and required tools before running it in the specified shell.
No. Commands may be written for PowerShell, Command Prompt or another shell. Use the shell named in the release instructions and preserve quoting and paths.
The Linux guide recommends 8 GB RAM as a practical baseline for the default 4B model. Leave capacity for the desktop and additional applications.
Possible causes include an incomplete download or incompatible package requirements. Verify the APK, ABI and Android version, then retry with the correct official asset.
Install the correct package, confirm available memory and disk space, and keep internet access available for initial downloads. Follow your platform's installation guide.
No. Review only the specific official asset and its documented installation steps. Do not recursively remove protections from your Downloads folder or the entire application storage.
Your policy may restrict script execution. Review the official script and your organization's policy; use the documented installation path rather than changing machine-wide policy indiscriminately.
Check available space, package compatibility and whether an existing installation uses a conflicting signature. Record the exact system message before attempting removal.
Initial setup may download and prepare the runtime and model. Download size, connection speed and storage performance can make first launch slower than later launches.
Reserve about 6 GB free space for initial setup and more for additional models and updates. Check both the download location and selected storage volume.
Confirm the download completed, architecture matches and the source is official. Re-download the verified asset and report the exact message if the issue persists.
Unquoted paths can be split into separate arguments. Use the exact command format in the guide and quote the downloaded file's full path correctly.
Some installers or setup steps need elevated permission. Verify the operation and official source; routine chat use should not require running the application as root.
No. Supported CPU inference is the compatibility path. GPU acceleration requires a compatible backend and distribution-specific drivers or runtime components.
Model size, context length, CPU/GPU capability and memory pressure affect speed. Try a smaller compatible model, shorten context and close heavy background applications.
An existing app may have been signed differently. Use the same trusted official distribution path and back up important app data before considering any uninstall.
Choose a writable local folder or drive with enough free space. Avoid protected system folders and keep a record of the path selected during first-run setup.
Do not assume so. Backend support, driver compatibility and GPU memory matter. Consult release guidance before installing or replacing acceleration components.
Do not start by deleting the app. Uninstalling can remove local app data; diagnose compatibility and signature issues and preserve important data first.
It is the amount of input and conversation a model can consider for a request. Longer context consumes more resources and does not guarantee a better answer.
Your organization's policy may restrict downloaded applications or scripts. Provide the official package details to your administrator and use an approved installation path.
Choose a writable folder or volume with sufficient space. Avoid restricted system locations and record the selected path before moving data or reinstalling.
Models can produce confident mistakes or omit important context. Review factual claims and test generated code before using it in a real project.
Yes. Work profiles, parental controls or device management can restrict sideloading. Ask the device administrator about the official package and approved installation path.
Acceleration is hardware- and backend-specific. Check the supported runtime for your selected release and use the CPU path when the GPU configuration is unavailable.
A stable writable drive can be suitable if the setup supports that path. Keep it connected while the app runs and consider its speed and available space.
Yes. Read proposed changes, check dependencies and commands, and test in a suitable environment. Keep version control or a backup before allowing project edits.
Verify the exact official source and package details, and review the warning. If uncertain, stop and report the filename and warning instead of disabling protection broadly.
Use a path supported by the setup workflow, with a stable writable volume. Keep the drive connected and allow space for model downloads and temporary files.
Check OneDrive's synchronization and Files On-Demand behavior first. Large model files should remain available locally, and syncing may affect privacy, space and loading performance.
The backend may not support the GPU or its initialization may have failed. Inspect diagnostics, driver versions and permissions for the documented backend.
The v4.0.0 notes describe coding and project automation improvements. Check the installed version's features and review each proposed file change before accepting it.
Check the APK size and allow extra room for installation, updates and any feature data. Do not apply the desktop's 6 GB setup estimate as a universal Android requirement.
Check iCloud synchronization and file-eviction behavior first. Large model files need local availability, and synchronization can change privacy and storage expectations.
Use a writable folder on a volume with sufficient space. Avoid system-managed directories and record the selected path for backup and troubleshooting.
The selected runtime or model may need to be downloaded initially. Once required local components are installed, supported local workflows can work offline.
Check disk space and connectivity, then retry through the setup workflow. Do not treat a partial download as a complete model or delete unrelated local data.
It may download the inference runtime and selected model. Supported local workflows can continue offline once all required components are present.
A stable writable volume can work when the setup supports its path. Check mount behavior and permissions, and keep it available whenever inference runs.
Commit current work or create a backup, then use a separate branch when practical. Review the diff and run the project's normal checks after changes.
Do not assume desktop runtime or model instructions apply to the companion APK. Check the Android package's documented capabilities and requirements for its own build.
That depends on the Android build and chosen feature. Verify its documented connection requirements; desktop local-inference behavior does not guarantee identical mobile behavior.
Check connectivity and storage on the selected volume, then retry through setup. Preserve existing complete models and avoid treating partial files as ready to run.
Yes, a filesystem mounted with noexec can prevent scripts or binaries from running there. Use an appropriate approved location and follow your system's policy.
No. Installation, updates and connected features can use the network. Local inference and external requests should be considered separately when reviewing privacy needs.
Check memory pressure, model size, context length and active backend. Close heavy applications and test a smaller compatible model before assuming the installation is broken.
Check model size, context length, memory pressure and backend. Close heavy applications and try a smaller compatible model to distinguish resource limits from setup problems.
The normal user may be unable to write it. Verify ownership of the specific app storage path and correct only the intended folder using your system's administration workflow.
The selected backend may not support your GPU, or initialization may have failed. Inspect the app's diagnostics and driver compatibility instead of assuming GPU acceleration is automatic.
Downloading the APK needs connectivity. After installation, the network requirements depend on the package's features and any additional setup it documents.
No. A folder on your machine may still be synchronized by a backup or cloud-drive service. Check your operating system's sync settings for the chosen storage path.
Open Activity Monitor and view the Memory tab while reproducing the issue. Record memory pressure and app usage when asking about slow local inference.
Use the hardware vendor's supported driver when diagnosing backend compatibility. Record your current version first and follow the release's runtime requirements.
Initial runtime and model downloads need connectivity. Supported local inference can run offline once the required components are installed and available.
Review the active inference path, integrations and backup settings first. Avoid entering credentials or unnecessary personal data, and follow your organization's data-handling requirements.
You can transfer the verified official file, then install it with a compatible file manager. Keep the original filename and verify integrity when a checksum is published.
Sustained workloads can reduce performance when hardware becomes hot. Keep ventilation clear, reduce workload and compare speed after the machine has cooled.
Check free space, connectivity and write permissions, then retry through setup. Preserve completed models and do not assume a partial file is usable.
Use ADB only on a device you control and with a compatible official APK. Follow Android's debugging authorization process and the release's instructions; normal browser installation is simpler.
The package or inference backend may need a component described in its installation instructions. Capture the exact component name and use official installation sources.
Use the release archive to find available versions. Keep a backup and read compatibility notes before switching to an older application or runtime.
Check available RAM, model size, context length and backend. Background workloads or memory pressure can reduce performance even when installation succeeded.
The app UI and inference runtime are separate components. Check runtime setup, model completeness, storage permissions and the exact backend error.
Check the package architecture, release requirements and available resources. Record the launch error and inspect platform diagnostics before reinstalling or removing model data.
Do not assume so. Application packages, inference runtimes and model files can have separate update steps. Follow the selected release's upgrade instructions.
ADB is optional for the documented installation. If you enabled debugging only for setup, disable it afterward unless you still need it for authorized development.
Yes. Enterprise application controls, permissions or network policy can block a package or download. Ask the device administrator about the verified official installer.
Download the correct newer official APK and follow its installation prompt. Check architecture, signing compatibility and the Android build's notes before proceeding.
A macOS update can change runtime or driver compatibility. Keep a backup and check release guidance before making a major OS change on a working setup.
Swap may help the operating system handle memory pressure, but it can greatly reduce performance. Prefer a model that fits the available memory.
Confirm its source, filename, architecture and version. If the release publishes a checksum, compare your file's hash with that exact asset's published checksum.
Windows can lock files used by an active process. Close OpenMindAI and its running setup process, then retry the official update path.
The desktop UI and model backend have separate dependencies. Check runtime setup, complete model files, storage access and the precise inference error.
Signing, notarization, reputation or policy checks can trigger warnings. Verify the official source and package information; do not globally disable system protections to install it.
Android may reject an older version, and data compatibility can differ. Back up important data and read the release guidance rather than forcing a downgrade.
Back up important local data, close the app and install the correct official newer package. Read release notes for signing, runtime and compatibility changes.
An asset may have moved, been removed or failed to publish. Reopen the Download Center and report the affected version and filename through Contact.
Back up important data, close the app and install the correct newer official package. Read release notes for any runtime, model or data compatibility changes.
Yes. Library, driver and desktop changes may affect compatibility. Back up local data and review runtime requirements before a major distribution upgrade.
Check Android version and APK architecture, then note the package version and crash behavior. Report reproducible steps before clearing data or reinstalling.
Do not delete it unless the release explicitly requires that step. Back up important data and keep the application update separate from model cleanup.
Published assets vary by version. A release page lists available packages; the existence of a platform guide does not mean a package has been published for that version.
Separate application copies may still share storage or settings. Check the release guidance and isolate data when appropriate before testing multiple versions.
Clearing data can remove settings and local content. Start with less destructive checks, preserve important data and use that step only when you understand the consequences.
Close the app, preserve important data and use the official newer package or documented update method. Avoid mixing package formats without understanding their installation paths.
Use an available package from the release archive, after backing up. Check whether the older version can use your existing local data before launching it.
Include the app version, operating system, architecture, selected package, steps to reproduce and exact error text. Remove credentials and personal information from logs or screenshots.
Use an available official package from the release archive, after backing up. Check older package dependencies and compatibility with your current storage.
PowerShell's Get-FileHash can calculate a file hash. Use the algorithm named by the release and compare against the checksum for that exact filename.
Use an available earlier official package and preserve your current data first. Verify the older app's compatibility with the existing storage and runtime.
Android can restrict background work depending on device policy and battery settings. Change only relevant app settings when a documented feature needs background operation.
Use Contact, with your platform, release version and failing installation step. The installation guides may already cover the issue.
Read Android's permission prompts and grant only permissions needed for the feature you use. Consult the selected package's documentation if a request is unclear.
Terminal's shasum -a 256 can calculate SHA-256. Use the release's specified algorithm and compare with the checksum for that exact asset.
Use sha256sum when the release specifies SHA-256, then compare the output with the published hash for that exact file. Use another algorithm only when documented.
Desktop and Android packages can use separate build versions. Compare your Windows installation with the Windows asset's version, not the Android companion version.
Not necessarily. Package-managed application files and the selected storage root may be separate. Inspect the removal operation and preserve required data before cleanup.
The selected storage root may be separate from application files. Inspect the uninstaller's options and back up local data before removing any storage folders.
Enter a keyword in the FAQ search, then select a platform category if needed. Try the exact error text or terms such as storage, architecture or update.
Use a trusted hash tool and the algorithm published by the release. Compare with the hash for the exact APK variant, not a desktop asset or another ABI.
Removing the app does not necessarily remove separately selected storage. Inspect the storage root and back up required data before performing additional cleanup.
Include distribution/version, architecture, display session, app version, package format, backend and exact error. Redact credentials, private paths and unrelated log contents.
Do not assume that it does. App binaries and the selected storage root may be separate; inspect your platform's uninstall process and preserve any data you need.
Include device model, Android version, supported ABI, APK filename/build version, installation source and exact error. Remove personal information from screenshots or logs.
Include Windows version, System type, app version, package filename, RAM, GPU/backend if relevant and exact error text. Redact usernames, credentials and sensitive paths.
Include macOS version, Intel or Apple Silicon architecture, memory, app version, asset filename and exact error. Redact account names and private folder contents.
Start with the Windows installation guide and this category. If the issue remains, use Contact with the failing step and error.
Start with the Linux installation guide. Use Contact with the exact distribution and failing command if the problem remains.
Close the app, identify the storage root and project folders, and copy important data to a separate location. Verify the backup before removing or replacing files.
Use the Android installation guide and this FAQ category, then Contact with the affected APK variant and failing step.
Use the macOS installation guide, then Contact if needed. Include the failing step and package information rather than only a screenshot.