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Version: 1.11

Desktop app

The desktop app makes it easy to securely chat with the Privatemode API. It embeds the privatemode-proxy together with a chat interface to provide a ChatGPT-like user experience.

The Privatemode Desktop app interface

Requirements​

  • Operating systems:
    • Windows (64-bit/amd64)
    • MacOS (Intel/amd64 and Apple Silicon/arm64)
    • (Linux support coming soon)
  • Privatemode App key: Required for authentication
  • Internet: Active connection required for API communication

Getting started​

  1. Download the desktop app for your platform
  2. Install and run it
  3. Enter your app key
  4. Start chatting

Configuration​

The app key can be configured via the user interface of the app or in the configuration file. The file is located in the apps default configuration folder:

  • Windows: %AppData%/EdgelessSystems/privatemode/config.json
  • MacOS: $HOME/Library/Application Support/EdgelessSystems/privatemode/config.json

The configuration file is optional and has the following format:

{
  "app_key": "<YOUR_APP_KEY>"
}

Changes to the configuration file are only applied after application restart. Setting the app key in the app overrides the key from the configuration file. To use the key configured in the file, empty the app key field, save the setting, and restart the app.

Updates​

Privatemode is constantly being improved. This affects the API (e.g., model updates) as well as the app. Usually, old app versions continue to work and benefit from API changes. But to take advantage of all the latest features, it's recommend to use the latest app version.

In case of an upcoming breaking API change, you will be notified in advance to update the app.

Logging​

The app stores logs in the user configuration directory:

  • on Windows: %AppData%/EdgelessSystems/privatemode
  • on Mac: $HOME/Library/Application Support/EdgelessSystems/privatemode

When sending a support ticket to support@privatemode.ai, you may attach the log.txt file to help understand the issue.

Privacy and security​

The app prioritizes your privacy and data security:

  • Uses only the official Privatemode API for all AI interactions
  • Stores chat history and App key locally on your device
  • Sends no data to third-party services

Transparency log​

Like the privatemode-proxy, the desktop app maintains a manifest log for transparency and auditability. This log is stored in your system's default user configuration directory:

  • on Windows: %AppData%/EdgelessSystems/privatemode
  • on Mac: $HOME/Library/Application Support/EdgelessSystems/privatemode