askimo

askimo.chat · The AI chat client that works with ANY model.

📥 Download • 📖 Documentation • 💬 Discussions • ⭐ Star on GitHub

🚀 What is Askimo?

Askimo is your personal AI assistant that works on your computer - not in your browser. Chat with different AI models (like ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini) all in one place, without worrying about losing your conversations when you close a tab.

Think of it as having multiple AI assistants in one app: use Claude for coding, ChatGPT for conversation, and a free local model for quick emails. Everything is saved on your machine - no cloud storage required.

Why Choose Askimo?

All your AI assistants in one place. Askimo gives you the freedom to work with any AI model you want.

✅ Use multiple AI models - Switch between ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Ollama & more
✅ Ask questions about your files - Connect folders, files, and web URLs to get answers from your documents
✅ Automate tasks - Works from command line for scripts and workflows
✅ Your data stays private - Everything saved on your computer
✅ Free & open source - Free forever with full source code access

Supported Providers

Cloud: OpenAI · Claude · Gemini · Grok
Local: Ollama · LM Studio · LocalAI · Docker AI

Works with any OpenAI-compatible endpoint.

🚀 Quick Start

Download Askimo for your operating system →

Installers available for macOS (Apple Silicon & Intel), Windows, and Linux (ARM64 & x64).

After installation: Open Askimo, add your API keys (or connect to Ollama for local models), and start chatting. Setup guide →

System Requirements

• Memory: 50-300 MB for Askimo itself (AI models require additional memory)
• Operating System:
  • macOS 11.0 (Big Sur) or later
  • Windows 10 or later
  • Linux (Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian 11+, Fedora 35+, or compatible)
• Disk Space: 250 MB for application

🎯 What You Get

• 🖥️ Never Lose Your Conversations - Your chats stay open even after closing the app or restarting your computer. No more "lost tab" frustration
• 🔄 Use the Best AI for Each Task - Need help with code? Use Claude. General questions? Try ChatGPT. Writing a quick email? Use a free local model. Switch instantly between different AIs
• 🔒 Complete Privacy - Everything stays on your computer. Your conversations, your data, your control. Nothing is sent to the cloud unless you choose to ask an AI
• 🧠 Ask Questions About Your Files - Point Askimo to folders, files, or web URLs and ask "What does this project do?" or "How does the login work?" Get answers from your actual documents and code
• 🔌 Connect Custom Tools (Experimental) - Extend AI capabilities with custom MCP (Model Context Protocol) integrations. Connect your own tools and services for specialized workflows
• ⭐ Stay Organized - Star your favorite conversations, search through everything you've ever asked, and keep work separate from personal chats
• 📊 Beautiful Formatting - See code with syntax highlighting, tables, diagrams, and properly formatted text. Copy and paste ready to use
• 🎯 Save Your Favorite Prompts - Create reusable templates for things you ask often. One click to use your "proofreader" or "code reviewer" assistant
• ⚡ Work Fast - Keyboard shortcuts for everything. Create new chats, switch AIs, and search without touching your mouse
• 📈 Track Your Usage - See how much you're using each AI model and what it costs. All displayed in easy-to-read charts
• 💾 Export Everything - Download your conversations as documents. Share insights or keep backups however you want

Screenshots:

⚡ Command Line Tool (Optional)

For advanced users: Askimo also works from the command line, perfect for automating repetitive tasks.

# Analyze log files automatically
cat app.log | askimo -p "Find critical errors and suggest fixes"

# Get code review suggestions
git diff | askimo -p "Review this code for bugs and improvements"

# Use saved templates
askimo -r gitcommit

Installation:

# macOS/Linux
curl -sSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/haiphucnguyen/askimo/main/tools/installation/install.sh | bash

# Windows (PowerShell)
iwr -useb https://raw.githubusercontent.com/haiphucnguyen/askimo/main/tools/installation/install.ps1 | iex

Learn more about the command line tool →

🛠️ Developer Setup

Want to build and run Askimo from source? Here's how to get started:

Prerequisites

• JDK 21 or later
• Git for cloning the repository

Clone & Build

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/haiphucnguyen/askimo.git
cd askimo

# Run the desktop application
./gradlew :desktop:run

# Build native installers
./gradlew :desktop:package

Project Structure

• desktop/ - Desktop application (Kotlin Multiplatform)
• cli/ - Command-line interface
• shared/ - Shared business logic and utilities

Contributing

Ready to contribute? Check out our Contributing Guide for detailed development guidelines, code standards, and how to submit pull requests.

📚 Note: For detailed information on customizing Askimo, building from source, and development workflows, follow the Development Getting Started Guide.

🌐 Available in Your Language

Askimo speaks your language! The entire app interface is available in:

🇺🇸 English • 🇨🇳 Chinese (Simplified & Traditional) • 🇯🇵 Japanese • 🇰🇷 Korean • 🇫🇷 French • 🇪🇸 Spanish • 🇩🇪 German • 🇧🇷 Portuguese • 🇻🇳 Vietnamese

More languages coming soon. Want to help translate? Let us know!

🤝 Need Help or Want to Contribute?

Get Help

• 📖 User Guide - Step-by-step instructions and tips
• 💬 Community Forum - Ask questions, share your experience, get help from other users
• 🐛 Report a Problem - Something not working? Let us know
• 📧 Email Us - Need private help? Contact support@askimo.chat

Ways to Contribute

We'd love your help making Askimo better! Here are some easy ways to get involved:

• ⭐ Star the repo - A quick click at the top helps others discover Askimo
• 🐛 Report bugs - Found something broken? Tell us about it
• 💡 Share ideas - Have a suggestion? We want to hear it
• 🌍 Help translate - Know another language? Help make Askimo available to more people
• 💻 Contribute code - Comfortable with coding? Check our Contributing Guide
• 📝 Improve documentation - Spot a typo or confusing explanation? Fix it!

No contribution is too small - we appreciate all help! 🙌

❤️ Enjoying Askimo?

If you find Askimo helpful, here are a few simple ways to show support:

• Star the repo - A quick ⭐️ at the top helps a lot and keeps the project growing.

• Contribute - Spot a bug or want to improve something? Pull requests are always welcome.

• Share feedback - Got ideas or suggestions? Feel free to open an issue or start a discussion.

Thanks for being part of the journey! 🙌

📄 License

AGPLv3. See LICENSE.