Khoj AI is an open-source tool designed to function as a “second brain” for users, combining document searching, chatting, and AI capabilities. The name “Khoj” means “search” in Hindi, reflecting its primary focus on document interaction and retrieval. Khoj AI stands out from similar tools by focusing on document interaction and offering a balance between local operation and powerful AI capabilities. It’s particularly useful for users who want to chat with and search through their personal document collections locally, without having to upload them online.
Key Features
- Document integration: Upload and index various document types, including PDFs, plain text, markdown files, and even GitHub repositories.
- Local operation: Khoj can be run locally on your machine, ensuring privacy and data security.
- AI-powered chat: Interact with your documents using text, leveraging AI to interpret and respond to questions.
- Web search integration: Khoj can perform real-time internet searches to supplement its knowledge base.
- Customizable AI models: Choose from various language models, including offline options and integration with more powerful models like OpenAI’s GPT (with an API key).
