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A multi-platform AI chat client with a documented local Ollama connection as well as hosted provider integrations. The GPL-3.0 app can be used without an AI subscription when connected to a compatible local model; each model and cloud API has separate terms and costs.

Free local client; hosted AI and API usage separate

The GPL-3.0 client is free and supports local Ollama. The model weights and their license are not granted by the client; hosted Chatbox AI and other provider APIs can require payment. Local inference still requires compatible hardware and model storage.

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About Chatbox

A multi-platform AI chat client with a documented local Ollama connection as well as hosted provider integrations. The GPL-3.0 app can be used without an AI subscription when connected to a compatible local model; each model and cloud API has separate terms and costs. A self-hosting option is recorded for this project. Review the official deployment instructions and maintenance requirements before running it yourself.

Release status

Official README and root license were source-checked on 3 November 2026. Local inference, hosting, API, model-weight and storage costs are described separately. AltStack did not execute this repository or its installers.

Availability checked 3 Nov 2026. Check the provider’s release or installation information

Installation and setup

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Self-hosting & quickstart specs

License
GPL-3.0
Deployment
Self-hosting listed; deployment method requires provider confirmation
Free edition / costs
Free local client; hosted AI and API usage separate. The GPL-3.0 client is free and supports local Ollama. The model weights and their license are not granted by the client; hosted Chatbox AI and other provider APIs can require payment. Local inference still requires compatible hardware and model storage. Pricing evidence.
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Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPhone / iPad. Check the linked provider instructions for versions and prerequisites.

No one-line command has been verified for Chatbox; follow its official installation instructions instead of guessing a Docker image or installer.

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