Klee

Klee - Local and Secure AI on your Desktop is a macOS- and Windows-compatible, on-device AI desktop app designed to boost note-taking, knowledge management, and AI-assisted workflows while prioritizing privacy. It supports both local processing (Private Mode) and cloud-assisted processing (Cloud Mode) using leading LLMs. The app emphasizes on-device data security, fast performance with OS-native optimizations, and flexible configurations for individuals and enterprises.

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Key Capabilities

• Local RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) system that processes data entirely on your device in Private Mode, ensuring zero data transmission to the cloud.
• Cloud Mode unlocks access to powerful cloud LLMs such as Claude 3.5 Sonnet and GPT-4o for enhanced capabilities.
• AI-assisted note-taking: create, organize, summarize, and output content directly within notes.
• Cross-platform support: macOS and Windows with a design focused on a seamless user experience.
• On-device AI with on-device models delivers privacy-friendly performance, especially with recent OS LLMs (e.g., Llama 3.1).
• Public testimonials highlight perceived privacy, speed, and ease of use.
• Flexible pricing and tiers (Free, Pro, Open Source options) with clear distinctions between private/local use and cloud connectivity.
• Enterprise readiness with plans for team collaboration features, admin roles, and API access in future releases.
• Integration-friendly: can operate on top of Ollama and work with various cloud providers (OpenAI, Anthropic).
• Knowledge base management: scan, summarize, and interact with files and knowledge bases via conversational AI.
• On-device security-first approach aims to minimize data exposure while delivering robust AI capabilities.

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How It Works

1. Install Klee on macOS or Windows.
2. Choose Private Mode for fully on-device processing or Cloud Mode to leverage cloud LLMs like Claude 3.5 Sonnet and GPT-4o.
3. Use AI features inside notes to output content, summarize, or generate new ideas while keeping data locally when Private Mode is active.
4. For organizations, enable team collaboration features and admin controls as they roll out (to be released).

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Platforms & Availability

• macOS native app
• Windows native app
• Local RAG processing fully on-device in Private Mode
• Cloud Mode with OpenAI and Anthropic services

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Testimonials & Community Feedback

• “Gotta love on-device AI! On-device could be faster and get similar results to GPT-4 level responses.”
• “Privacy-focused and easy to use.”
• “Klee is a smart helper that lives on your computer, keeping information safe and private.”

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Pricing & Plans

• Free: Suitable for individual, private use on local machines with open-source models.
• Pro: Cloud and advanced features (pricing details to be announced).
• Open Source: Access to open-source models with unlimited local dialogues.
• Enterprise: Designed for large teams with admin roles and shared knowledge bases (details TBD).
• Private Mode: Royalty-free usage for personal projects with local models; you will not be charged when using private/local processing.

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Safety & Privacy Considerations

• Private Mode ensures data never leaves your device, reducing risk of data breaches.
• Cloud Mode involves transmitting data to cloud services; users should review provider terms and data handling.
• Aimed at secure, privacy-conscious usage while enabling powerful AI capabilities.

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Core Features

• Local RAG system with on-device processing (Private Mode)
• Cloud Mode utilizing OpenAI and Anthropic LLMs (Claude 3.5 Sonnet, GPT-4o)
• On-device AI for notes and knowledge base management
• Cross-platform: macOS and Windows native apps
• Outputting and refining content directly within notes
• Scanning and summarizing files and knowledge bases through conversational AI
• Optional collaboration features for teams (admin roles, shared knowledge bases) in future releases
• Compatibility with Ollama and other LLM providers
• Privacy-first approach with zero data transmission in Private Mode