Gandalf
Seven levels of talking a language model into revealing a password it was told to protect. The best hands-on lesson in prompt injection going.
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How to get the most from it
Gandalf sits in AI Experiments under Learn, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy and clever.
About this category: Models you can play with directly in a tab — generators, guessers, classifiers and the occasional unsettling demo. Understanding by messing about.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Giving your brain a workout
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
Gandalf: quick answers
Is Gandalf free?
Yes. Gandalf is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Gandalf?
No. You can use Gandalf without signing up for anything.
Does Gandalf work on a phone?
Not well. We file Gandalf as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Gandalf safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Gandalf take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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