Dot

What it does

Load PDFs and documents and ask questions about them, with the model running locally so nothing is sent anywhere. It bundles everything needed so people without a programming background can install and use it directly. The project has not been updated since December 2024, the bundled model is small and correspondingly less capable than a hosted service, and Japanese accuracy trails English - check answers against the source.

Summary based on the project's own description. The Japanese page has a fuller beginner guide: setup difficulty, what to prepare, and a step-by-step start.

Screenshots & visuals

Before you start

• Setup difficultyFor advanced users
• Command lineNot required
• API keyNot required
• Sends data onlineNo

Judged automatically from the project's own metadata. Always confirm on the official page.

Dot FAQ

Is Dot free?

Yes. It runs on your own machine, so there is no usage-based cost either.

Do I need to install anything or write code to use Dot?

You install it like a normal desktop app. No command line involved.

Does Dot work on a phone?

No. It needs a computer.

Can I use Dot commercially?

The licence is GPL-3.0. Using it commercially is fine, but if you distribute something built on it you may be required to release that under the same licence. Keep it internal, or check before distributing.

How it compares

The conditions that decide whether you can actually use it, side by side.

"Sends data out" means your input is uploaded to someone's server. Pick "No" when the material cannot leave your organisation.

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