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Open WebUI
A self-hosted, open-source chat interface for local and cloud AI models.
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What is Open WebUI?
Open WebUI is an open-source web app you host yourself to chat with AI models. It connects to local model runners and to cloud APIs, and supports document chat, multiple users and plugins. Teams often run it on their own server.
Best for: Technical teams who want their own private chatbot portal.
What you can do with Open WebUI
Give your team a private chat app on your own server
Chat with internal documents
Switch between several models in one place
Key features
- Works with local and API models
- Document upload and retrieval
- Multi-user accounts and roles
- Plugin and tool support
Open WebUI pros and cons
Pros
- Free and open source
- Highly customisable
Cons
- Needs some technical setup to host
Open WebUI pricing
Open source
Open WebUI is open source, so you can use it for free and run it yourself. Plans change often, so check the official site for current prices.
How to get started
- Open openwebui.com and create a free account.
- Try one real task first: give your team a private chat app on your own server.
- Compare the result with ChatGPT or Claude, then keep the one that fits how you work.
Compare Open WebUI
Side-by-side comparisons of features, pricing, pros and cons.
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Open WebUI FAQ
What is Open WebUI?
Open WebUI is an open-source web app you host yourself to chat with AI models. It connects to local model runners and to cloud APIs, and supports document chat, multiple users and plugins. Teams often run it on their own server.
Is Open WebUI free?
Open WebUI is open source, so you can use it for free and run it yourself. Check the official site for current limits and prices.
What can you do with Open WebUI?
With Open WebUI you can give your team a private chat app on your own server; chat with internal documents; switch between several models in one place.
Who is Open WebUI best for?
Technical teams who want their own private chatbot portal.
Does Open WebUI have an app?
Yes. Besides the web version, Open WebUI has apps for Linux.
What are the best alternatives to Open WebUI?
Popular alternatives include ChatGPT, Claude, HuggingChat and Jan. See the full ranking on our AI Chatbots & Assistants page.
AltFTool is not affiliated with Open WebUI. This summary was written by our editors from the tool's public information. Browse all 451 AI tools