AI-School desktop application

February 23, 2026 · 2 min read

Date: 2026-02-23

Category: Update

AI-School is now also available as a desktop application for Windows, macOS, and Linux. For most tasks, the web version works just fine, but the desktop app enables a few extra features that are not possible in the browser.

Why a desktop app? With the desktop application, you can:

Run AI locally (optionally via Ollama)
This means: more privacy (data does not leave your computer) and no extra API costs for local models.
Work with local files
Files can be read and saved directly on your computer. Convenient for analyzing documents without uploading and for creating/organizing notes and folders.
Use local connections (MCP servers)
Some connections work via the command line and are therefore only possible in the desktop app.

Note: logging in works differently In the desktop app, you log in with email + password. If you use Google or Microsoft in the web version, first set a password via:
Web version → Account → Login methods → Set password.
Forgot your password? You can reset it there as well.

Installation: what you need For some features, additional components are required:

Node.js (LTS) – required for MCP servers and certain functionalities.
Ollama (optional) – only needed if you want to use local AI models.

Manual Want to get started right away? Check the short manual for installation and first use:
https://ai-school-handleiding.web.app/docs/desktop-applicatie/starten

Need help with installation or usage? Please contact us via the support page.