Local Sidekick
Chat with PDFs locally
About
Process your PDFs entirely on your device using local AI. Summarize, study, and ask questions about documents with complete privacy and offline functionality. Ideal for students and professionals needing secure document analysis.
What's New in Local Sidekick
1.2
October 6, 2025
Thanks for using Local Sidekick! This update contains some behind-the-scenes performance optimizations and bug fixes.
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FAQ
What devices can I use Local Sidekick on?
Local Sidekick requires an iPhone 15 Pro or newer, or iPads and Macs powered by M1 chips or later, all with Apple Intelligence enabled. This ensures all processing happens locally on your device.
Does Local Sidekick work offline?
Yes, Local Sidekick is designed to work entirely offline. You can even turn on Airplane Mode and continue chatting with your PDFs because all processing is done locally on your device.
How does Local Sidekick ensure privacy?
Local Sidekick uses Apple's on-device intelligence, meaning your documents and data never leave your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. This provides total privacy for sensitive contracts, study materials, and other files.
Can Local Sidekick help me study?
Yes, you can ask Local Sidekick questions about your PDF textbooks to get instant summaries, definitions, and explanations. It can also generate multiple-choice questions based on the PDF's content to test your understanding.
What are the limitations of Local Sidekick's AI?
Local Sidekick may occasionally produce inaccurate or incomplete information. It is not a substitute for professional advice, especially in legal, medical, financial, or academic contexts. Always double-check critical information.
Is Local Sidekick free to use?
Yes, Local Sidekick is free to use. There are no subscriptions or hidden costs associated with its core functionality of processing PDFs locally.
How often is Local Sidekick updated?
The latest version is 1.2, and the app was last updated on October 6, 2025. Updates typically bring improvements to AI models, performance, and new features.
Does Local Sidekick have ads?
No, Local Sidekick does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to provide a seamless and uninterrupted user experience focused on document analysis.