Local Sidekick - Chat with PDFs locally

Check out our new app: AI makes reviewing documents so much easier and faster. But there are documents we don't want to share with third-party companies or be used for training future AI models. Local Sidekick lets you chat with your PDFs without them ever leaving your device.

Important: Requires an iPhone 15 Pro or newer with Apple Intelligence enabled. Also works with iPads and Macs powered by M1 chips or later with Apple Intelligence. For more information, please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/121115.

Unlock the power of the local AI already on your device to summarize, study, and chat with your PDFs — all processed entirely on your device. No cloud. No compromise. Just lightning-fast insights with total privacy.

🔐 Built for Privacy

Local Sidekick uses Apple’s on-device intelligence to analyze your documents. That means your data never leaves your iPhone. Whether you're reviewing sensitive contracts or studying for exams, your files stay yours—always. Want proof? Turn on Airplane Mode and keep chatting with your PDFs. Everything works offline—because everything runs locally.

💡 What You Can Do

• Study smarter: Ask questions about your PDF textbook and get instant summaries, definitions, and explanations. Local Sidekick can also generate multiple choice questions based on the PDF's content to help test your understanding.
• Decode the fine print: Chat with lengthy terms & conditions or privacy policies — get the gist without the jargon.
• Prep for meetings: Extract key points from business reports, whitepapers, or technical manuals in seconds.
• Explore research: Navigate academic papers, highlight citations, and clarify complex concepts.
• Organize your thoughts: Ask questions, get key points, and build your understanding step by step.

⚡️ Instant, Secure, and Local

No uploads. No subscriptions. No waiting. Local Sidekick runs entirely on your iPhone (15 Pro or newer), iPad (M1 or newer), or Mac (M1 or newer), harnessing the power of the local AI models already on your device to deliver real-time answers with zero data exposure.

Important: Local Sidekick uses AI to interpret and summarize content, but it may occasionally produce inaccurate or incomplete information. This app is not a substitute for professional advice — especially in legal, medical, financial, or academic contexts. Always consult a qualified expert when making important decisions.

• Do not rely on AI for legal interpretation or contract enforcement.
• Do not use AI-generated summaries as your sole source for academic work or citations.
• Do not use this app to analyze medical documents or make health-related decisions.
• Use responsibly. Stay informed. And always double-check critical information.

FAQs

Which devices are supported?

Local Sidekick requires an iPhone 15 Pro or newer with Apple Intelligence enabled. It also works on iPads and Macs powered by M1 chips or later with Apple Intelligence. For more information, please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/121115.

Is my data secure?

Absolutely. Local Sidekick processes everything on your device using Apple's new on-device models including with devices that support Apple Intelligence. Your documents and chats are never uploaded or shared with third parties.

Do I need an internet connection?

Nope! Local Sidekick works entirely offline. You can chat with your PDFs even in Airplane Mode.

Are there any limitations?

There are no usage limits (other than your battery life!). Local Sidekick is optimized for text-based PDFs. It may not perform as well with scanned documents or images. Also, while the app leverages powerful AI models, it may occasionally produce inaccurate or incomplete information. Always double-check critical details.

Why do some options (like Summarize, Key Points, and Red Flags) return several responses?

To process large documents on-device, we need to break up the document into sections. As the local AI model on your device processes each section, it returns a response for each section. This allows you to get insights from the entire document while respecting your device's resources.

Can you support more document types in the future?

Yes, we're looking into adding more features in future versions!