# F*ck
Source: https://aithing.dev/faq
FAQ *pronounced as* F*ck
Frequently asked questions about [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev)
AI Thing is now fully [open source](https://github.com/aithing-lab/aithing-mac) — give the project a star to support!
### 0. Why is this page named F\*ck?
Because when you're looking for answers, you just want the **f\*cking answers** — fast, clear, no bullshit. So here they are.
### 1. Is this free?
Yes — [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) does **not** charge for usage. All features, including agents and automations, are completely free.
We use BYOK — you buy credits from model providers for full control over costs.
### 2. Which models do you offer?
We support all frontier models like **Anthropic Claude**, **OpenAI GPT-5**, and **Google Gemini 2.5 / 3**. You can **use multiple of them in the same conversation**. See the full list here: [BYOK Models](/features/byok-models)
The open-source version lets you add your own models.
### 3. How do I get API keys?
Each provider gives you an API key directly. Here are the links:
* [**Anthropic Claude**](https://console.anthropic.com/settings/keys)
* [**OpenAI GPT-5**](https://platform.openai.com/settings/organization/api-keys)
* [**Google Gemini**](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/api-key)
Paste your key into **Settings → Models**, and you're ready to go.
### 4. Which agents do you have? Are they free?
Yes — **all agents are free**. We offer many one-click [agents](/features/multiple-agents), including a complete Google Workspace agent *(Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Drive, and more)*, GitHub, Notion, Asana, Linear, and many others.
If you need an agent we don’t have yet, email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
### 5. Can I add my own agent (MCP server)?
Yes. You can add your own MCP server — remote (HTTP/SSE) or local (STDIO) — in seconds.
Learn more: [Multiple Agents](/features/multiple-agents)
### 6. Do you sell data?
Absolutely not. Read our [Privacy Policy](/privacy).
We only collect minimal account information (name and email), and you can **avoid sharing** even that by using the open-source version.
Nothing you send to the AI — conversations, files, context, or API keys — is ever stored on our servers.
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# Recurring Automations
Source: https://aithing.dev/features/automations
Let AI handle your routine tasks automatically
Recurring Automations turn [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) into a personal operations layer for your day-to-day life — handling routine tasks automatically, on your schedule, using your own model and agents.
## Create Automations
You can set up automations however you prefer — either **naturally, by writing what you want**, or **manually through settings**.
Just type a message anywhere you use AI Thing that starts with **@aithing**, followed by what you want it to do automatically.
Examples:
```text wrap theme={null}
@aithing Every morning at 9, summarize all my unread emails and highlight anything from my manager.
@aithing At 5 p.m. daily, summarize all meetings on my calendar and list my action items.
@aithing Every Monday at 8 a.m., check my Notion database and list overdue tasks.
@aithing Tomorrow at 3 p.m., read the spreadsheet and draft a status update.
@aithing At noon every day, search GitHub issues assigned to me and summarize anything new.
```
This is the fastest and most natural way to create automations — just describe what you want done and when.
If you prefer structure or want more control, you can also build automations manually.
Each automation has four parts:
* **Title** — A short, descriptive name
* **Instruction** — What you want the AI to do
* **Start Time** — When it should run
* **Recurrence** — Daily, weekly, hourly, or a one-time future run
Automations run **entirely in the background**, without needing to open AI Thing or repeat instructions.
***
## Notifications
When an automation runs, you’ll receive a **native macOS notification** as soon as it completes.
This way you always know when:
* A summary or report is ready
* A scheduled reminder was sent
* A background workflow finished running
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# BYOK Models
Source: https://aithing.dev/features/byok-models
Use your own API keys to power AI Thing
Connect to powerful large language models using **your own API keys** — giving you full control, privacy, and flexibility. AI Thing never sends data to any model provider unless *you* choose to connect your own key.
Now you can **use multiple models** in the same conversation.
## BYOK: Bring Your Own Key
You choose the model. You bring the API key. **You stay in control.**\
AI Thing does **not** charge for usage — you pay only your provider, directly.
AI Thing now supports **Anthropic Claude**, **OpenAI GPT-5**, and **Google Gemini 2.5 / 3**, plus more coming soon.
***
## Supported Models
### **Anthropic Claude (4.5 series)**
* **claude-haiku** — Fast and cost-effective
* **claude-sonnet** — Balanced
* **claude-opus** — High intelligence
Create API Key: [https://console.anthropic.com/settings/keys](https://console.anthropic.com/settings/keys)
***
### **OpenAI GPT-5 Series**
* **gpt-5-nano** — Lightweight, cheap
* **gpt-5-mini** — Fast and capable
* **gpt-5.1** — Advanced reasoning and long-context
Create API Key: [https://platform.openai.com/settings/organization/api-keys](https://platform.openai.com/settings/organization/api-keys)
***
### **Google Gemini**
* **gemini-2.5-flash** — Extremely fast, low-cost
* **gemini-2.5-pro** — Strong all-purpose reasoning
* **gemini-3-pro** — Next-generation performance
Create API Key: [https://aistudio.google.com/app/api-keys](https://aistudio.google.com/app/api-keys)
***
## How to Connect
1. Get an API key from your chosen provider
2. Paste the key into the corresponding field inside **Settings → Models**
3. Select the default model you want AI Thing to use
Keys usually look like:
* Anthropic: `sk-ant-...`
* OpenAI: `sk-...`
* Google: `AIza...`
Your keys are stored **locally on your device**, never uploaded anywhere.
***
## Add Your Own Models
The open-source version of AI Thing includes a `Models.plist` file inside the project.\
You can add custom models by editing this file:
* Add a **model ID**, **display name**, and **provider type**
* Save the file and rebuild or relaunch
* Your model will appear in **Settings → Models** and can be used immediately
This makes it easy to plug in local, experimental, or self-hosted models with minimal setup.
***
## Model Settings
Fine-tune how each model behaves in **Settings → Preferences**:
### Prompt Cache
Reuses common parts of a prompt to speed up responses and reduce cost during long or multi-turn conversations.\
Best used when you're working in the same thread for a while.\
[Learn more](https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/build-with-claude/prompt-caching)
### Output Tokens
Set the maximum possible response length — helpful for keeping outputs concise or allowing long explanations.
***
Don’t want to manage API keys? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# Local History
Source: https://aithing.dev/features/local-history
Conversations are stored locally for privacy and control
Local History keeps your data **on your device**, giving you full control without sacrificing functionality.
## How It Works
* All conversations are stored **locally on your system**, never on our servers.
* You can view your entire history at any time.
* Continue a past conversation seamlessly.
* Permanently delete any conversation with one click.
***
## Privacy First
* No conversations, screenshots, or files are ever uploaded or stored on [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) servers.
* Works perfectly with the **BYOK (Bring Your Own Key)** model — your API keys, your data, your device.
***
## Why It Matters
* Many platforms store your chats to train models or upsell premium tiers — [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) does neither.
* There is no cloud storage for conversations, no hidden “sync” features, and **we never sell your data**.
* Local History gives you the best balance of **privacy, continuity, and control**.
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# Multiple Agents
Source: https://aithing.dev/features/multiple-agents
Add, customize, and control powerful AI agents — all for free
Agents extend what your AI can do — like working with Google, GitHub, Notion, Linear, or even your own tools.
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) provides one of the most powerful agent systems available, with **one-click setup**, **granular permissions**, and **zero cost**.
## Managed Agents
Integrate with AI agents in **one click** on your terms. Choose only the capabilities you need, and AI gets **just enough access to perform the task — nothing more.**
The Google Workspace Agent is **hosted by AI Thing** and is one of the **most feature-complete Google MCP servers available anywhere**.
All permissions are granular — you choose exactly what the agent can access.
* View your calendars
* Check events within a date range
* Create events with attachments and reminders
* Update existing events
* Delete events
* Search for files in Drive
* Open and read file content (including Office formats)
* Browse folder contents
* Create new files or import files from a URL
* Search your emails using filters
* Read message content (single or in batches)
* Send new emails or drafts
* View entire email threads
* Organize messages by applying or changing labels
* Open and read document text
* Create new documents
* Edit and update text
* Find and replace words or phrases
* Add elements such as tables, lists, and images
* Update headers, footers, and formatting
* Add or reply to comments
* Read data from spreadsheets
* Write, update, or clear cell values
* Create new spreadsheets or add new sheets
* Retrieve spreadsheet details and metadata
* Add or respond to comments on sheets
* Create new slide decks
* Read presentation details
* Make bulk updates across slides
* Insert or update specific slides
* Generate thumbnails of slides
* Add or manage comments in presentations
* Create new forms
* Retrieve form details and sharing links
* Configure publishing settings
* Collect individual or bulk responses
* View and search tasks
* Create and organize new tasks
* Update task details
* Delete or move tasks between lists
* Clear completed tasks
* Manage task lists
The GitHub Agent also supports **granular permission controls**, letting you approve only the exact scopes needed.
* Cancel or rerun workflow runs
* Delete workflow logs or artifacts
* Download workflow artifacts
* View workflow run details, logs, and usage
* View jobs within a workflow run
* Run workflows manually
* List workflows and workflow runs
* View code scanning alerts
* List all code scanning alerts with filters
* View dependabot alerts
* List all dependabot alerts with filters
* View discussions and comments
* List discussions and categories
* Create new gists
* Update existing gists
* List your gists
* Create, update, or delete issues
* Add comments to issues
* Add, remove, or reprioritize sub-issues
* Assign Copilot to issues
* List issues, issue types, and sub-issues
* Search issues
* View notification details
* List notifications with filters
* Dismiss or mark notifications as read
* Manage notification subscriptions (repo or thread level)
* Search for organizations
* Create, update, or merge pull requests
* Add or reply to pull request comments and reviews
* Delete or submit pending reviews
* View pull request details, comments, files, diffs, reviews, and status checks
* List and search pull requests
* Request Copilot reviews
* Update pull request branches
* Create, update, or delete repositories
* Create branches or update files
* Fork repositories
* View commits, tags, releases, and file contents
* List branches, commits, releases, and tags
* Push files to repositories
* Search code and repositories
* View secret scanning alerts
* List secret scanning alerts with filters
* View global or repository security advisories
* List advisories for repositories or organizations
* Search for GitHub users
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) includes many additional **one-click servers** for integration:
* Asana
* Atlassian
* Canva
* Hugging Face
* Linear
* Monday.com
* Notion
And more. If you need another agent, request it at [help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev).
***
## Add Your Own Agents
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) also lets you add your own **MCP Servers** — remote (hosted elsewhere) or stdio (running on your machine).
Use this when your agent is already hosted online (e.g. APIs, remote services).
**Example:**
```text theme={null}
Name GitHub
URL https://api.githubcopilot.com/mcp/
Auth Token ghp_*****
```
The Auth Token is optional. It is used to authenticate your access.
Use this when the agent runs locally on your own machine (e.g. through Docker, CLI tools, wrappers).
**Example:**
```text theme={null}
Name XCode
Command /usr/local/bin/xcode-npx-wrapper
Arguments -y xcodebuildmcp@latest
```
Arguments are optional. These are space-separated values passed to the command.
To add a new agent:
1. Click **+ Add Agent**
2. Enter the name, and choose between **Remote** or **Stdio**
3. Fill in the required fields based on the mode
4. Toggle the agent ON to activate
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# Secure Files
Source: https://aithing.dev/features/secure-files
Use files with AI while keeping everything local and private
Secure Files lets you work with documents, spreadsheets, PDFs, and more — without ever uploading anything to a server.\
Everything happens **locally on your device**, giving you full privacy and control.
* **Unlimited files** — add as many as you want.
* **Multiple files** — ask the AI to analyze or reason across several files at once.
* **Full privacy** — nothing leaves your system unless sent directly to your chosen BYOK model.
***
## How It Works
* Before being sent to an LLM, each file is **temporarily encoded** and included only in that single request.
* [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) does **not** persist, store, log, or upload your files at any time.
* When you close the chat, it becomes fully inaccessible.
This ensures you keep the same level of privacy you’d have working with files offline.
***
## Privacy
* [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) never receives your files. They are never stored on our servers — not even temporarily.
* Files remain on your device. The encoded representation is used only to talk to the model you selected.
* Because you use your own model provider, your files go **directly from your device to your chosen LLM**, never through [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev).
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# Selective Context
Source: https://aithing.dev/features/selective-context
Control exactly what AI sees for maximum privacy and accuracy
Selective Context ensures [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) sees **only what you intentionally share** — nothing more.\
There is no continuous capture, no background monitoring, and no automatic access to your apps.
## 1. Use Context From Any Application
With a single click, [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) instantly captures the relevant context from whatever app you’re using.
Whether it’s text you’re highlighting, the window you’re viewing, or content you’re working on.
Enable **AI Thing** under System Settings → Privacy & Security → Screen Recording.
***
## 2. Use “Selected Text” From Any Application
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) can also take context from text you’ve selected anywhere on your system:
* In a browser
* In a PDF
* In a code editor
* In email
* In Slack
* In any native macOS app
* Or anywhere...
There is **no need to copy and paste** — the text remains local and ephemeral.
Enable **AI Thing** under System Settings → Privacy & Security → Accessibility.
***
## 3. Use Mac’s Native Screenshot Shortcuts
You capture your screen the same way you normally would on macOS:
* **Shift + Command + 3** → Full screen
* **Shift + Command + 4** → Select an area
* **Shift + Command + 4, then Space** → Capture a single window
Whenever you take a screenshot using these native shortcuts, it instantly appears inside the [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) window — ready to be used as context.
You decide when and what to capture.
Enable **AI Thing** under System Settings → Privacy & Security → Files & Folders.
***
## Built for Privacy
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) assumes **everything on your screen is sensitive**, so it only uses context you explicitly provide:
* No continuous capture
* No background listening
* No automatic access to windows
* No syncing to servers
* No storage of screenshots or selected text
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# Get Started
Source: https://aithing.dev/getstarted
Start using AI Thing in minutes...
## Get
2.1 Frangipani (Latest)
Windows
1. Go to your **Downloads** folder and double-click the `AI Thing.dmg` file
2. Drag **AI Thing** into the **Applications** folder
3. Open the **Applications** folder and double-click **AI Thing**
4. Show or hide [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) anytime using `Control (^) + Space`
5. The app appears as a **small movable notch** on the right edge of your screen
## Set
1. Open **Settings**
2. Go to the **Accounts** tab
3. Click the **Google** button
Try the [Google Workspace agent](./features/multiple-agents) to perform tasks across Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and much more.
1. Open **Settings**
2. Go to the **Models** tab
3. Click **Add API Key**
4. Get your **Anthropic API key**:\
[https://console.anthropic.com/settings/keys](https://console.anthropic.com/settings/keys)
5. Paste your key (starting with `sk-ant-...`)
Enables Claude Haiku 4.5, Sonnet 4.5, and Opus 4.5 models.
1. Open **Settings**
2. Go to the **Models** tab
3. Click **Add API Key**
4. Get your **OpenAI API key**:\
[https://platform.openai.com/settings/organization/api-keys](https://platform.openai.com/settings/organization/api-keys)
5. Paste your key (usually starts with `sk-...`)
Enables GPT-5 Mini, GPT-5 Nano, and GPT-5.1 models inside AI Thing.
1. Open **Settings**
2. Go to the **Models** tab
3. Click **Add API Key**
4. Get your **Gemini API key**:\
[https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/api-key](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/api-key)
5. Paste your key (often begins with `AIza...`)
Enables Gemini 2.5 Flash, Gemini 2.5 Pro, and Gemini 3 Pro models.
AI Thing will request each permission **only when needed**, but you can enable them manually if you prefer.
Read more in the [Privacy Policy](/privacy).
1. Open **System Settings**
2. Go to **Privacy & Security → Screen Recording**
3. Enable **AI Thing**
4. Restart the app if macOS prompts you
Required only if you want to use any open application as context.\
[Learn more](/features/selective-context)
1. Open **System Settings**
2. Go to **Privacy & Security → Accessibility**
3. Enable **AI Thing**
4. Confirm when macOS asks for permission
Required for selected text and automation interactions.\
[Learn more](/features/selective-context)
1. Open **System Settings**
2. Go to **Privacy & Security → Files and Folders**
3. Enable access for **AI Thing**
4. Select Desktop / Documents if prompted
Required only if you want to load files into AI Thing or use native macOS screenshots for context.\
[Learn more](/features/selective-context)
## Go!
Once installed and configured:
* Connect [agents](./features/multiple-agents) like Google, Notion and many more
* Create recurring [automations](./features/automations)
* And enjoy the full power of a **free, private, local-first AI companion**
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# Glimpse
Source: https://aithing.dev/index
Welcome to the saying "Just used that AI Thing..."
AI Thing is now fully [open source](https://github.com/aithing-lab/aithing-mac) — give the project a star to support!
Let AI handle simple, complex, or repetitive tasks in the background — so you can **focus on what only you can do**.
2.1 Frangipani (Latest)
Windows
***
## Notch Your Workflows Up
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) sits as a small, movable notch on the right edge of your screen — always ready to run simple or complex tasks or automations whenever you need it.
**Sample queries:**
```text wrap theme={null}
Email everyone in this sheet. Once the email is sent, mark the rows green and set a reminder to review this sheet with the team tomorrow.
@aithing Summarize all meetings and tasks for today.
Fix the issue in the selected text.
@aithing Highlight anything from my manager or related to invoices in my emails.
```
## Features
Get all the features other platforms charge for, **without the payment plans**.
Use your own API keys for models, and use multiple of them in the same conversation
Add, customize, and coordinate AI agents to get work done
Create recurring or one-off automations that run in the background on your schedule
Use local files with AI without uploading them to any server
Control exactly what AI sees for maximum privacy and accuracy
Conversations are stored locally for privacy and control
***
## Run Complex Tasks in Parallel
Run one-off tasks and **background automations** side by side. Get help right where you are, with whatever you need—**no need to copy and paste**.
Handle multiple tasks in parallel, and enable AI agents to collaborate simultaneously.
Google Workspace Suite, Asana, Atlassian, Canva, GitHub, and many more...
***
## Privacy-First Approach
You control what the AI sees, starting with nothing by default.
The simple assumption: **Everything on your screen is sensitive**, and anything outside your system is insecure.
No continuous capture — share only when you explicitly allow. No server storage — **all conversations, files, and keys stay local**.
We believe privacy is not a premium feature—it’s for everyone.
***
## Elevator Pitch
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) is a privacy-first personal AI automation tool that runs entirely on your terms.
Use your own API keys, connect powerful agents like Google, GitHub, and Notion, and work with unlimited local files — all while keeping data stored only on your device.
Granular permissions ensure the AI gets just enough access to help, nothing more.
No sales pitch beats trying it for free.
AI Thing is now fully [open source](https://github.com/aithing-lab/aithing-mac) — give the project a star to support!
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# 2.1: Frangipani (Latest)
Source: https://aithing.dev/latest
Released: November 6, 2025
Frangipani (2.1) goes open source and expands your AI choices with OpenAI and Google model support—plus the ability to add your own.
### A Quick 2.0 Recap
[Version 2.0](/versions/2.0) was a major redesign focused on **simplicity**, **privacy**, and **autonomy**, introducing:
* **BYOK models** (Anthropic)
* **Custom MCP servers** (remote or local)
* **One-click agents**
* **Recurring automations**
* **Context without copy/paste**
* And much more…
Version 2.1 builds directly on that foundation.
***
### Open Source
AI Thing is now fully **open source**. Browse, audit, or contribute to the codebase: **[https://github.com/aithing-lab/aithing-mac](https://github.com/aithing-lab/aithing-mac)**
Open sourcing is a continuation of our commitment to privacy, transparency, and user ownership.
***
### Support for OpenAI and Gemini [BYOK Models](/features/byok-models)
Version 2.1 adds first-class support for:
* **OpenAI GPT-5 series**
* **Google Gemini 3 and 2.5 series**
* Existing **Claude 4.5** models
* Plus any additional models you want to bring yourself
Choose the model that fits the task — and **use multiple models within a single conversation**.
***
### Notifications for [Automations](/features/automations)
Automations now send **native macOS notifications** when tasks start, run, or complete in the background.
No more checking or reopening a window — you’ll know exactly when something’s done.
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# 1.1: Rose
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.1
Where everything started...
**What's new in 1.1?**
* Support for multiple tabs and agents running in parallel
# 1.2: Lily
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.2
Released: August 4, 2025
**What's new in 1.2?**
* Capture context from your screen using `@this`
* Use your own API keys and agents
* Add up to three self-managed agents
* Connect to models like Claude via API
* Choose local or hosted agent setups
# 1.3: Tulip
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.3
Released: August 10, 2025
## What's new in 1.3?
### Privacy Upgrade – Selective Context Capture
The previous version supported on-demand context capture.\
**Version 1.3 takes it further** with *granular* screen capture:
* Drag to select a specific portion of the screen to use as context
* Or click on any open application to capture just that application's content for context
How we offer a selective way to provide narrow context for more accurate results—while enhancing privacy.
### Google Login
Google login is now supported—our first step toward personalized, one-click integrations for your workflows. Other login methods coming soon.
### Crisp Boundaries & Drag Button
Previous versions had uneven margins around [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev), which sometimes blocked clicks on applications behind it. That’s now fixed.
*If you never noticed this before—you won’t now, which is good.*
We’ve also added a **drag button** that appears when you hover over the top of [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev).
### Copy Button for Entire Output
While you still can’t select the entire output as text (only paragraph-by-paragraph), you can now **copy the full output** in one click. The new **copy button** replaces the old help `(?)` icon in conversations.
### "Show on Screenshot" Option
A new **Preferences** tab in Settings lets you toggle whether [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) appears in screenshots—perfect for sharing how beautiful this tool is.
# 1.4: Orchid
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.4
Released: August 19, 2025
## What's new in 1.4?
### Respond Anywhere \[Beta]
Respond Anywhere moves us closer to a world where AI is not bound to applications, but available **everywhere you work**.
This feature introduces two powerful keywords that let you interact with AI directly in your workflow.
With `@selected` and `@here`, you can seamlessly integrate AI into your existing workflows, whether you’re editing text, coding, drafting emails, or writing documents.
### [Managed Models](/features/v1/managed-models)
Get one-click access to a variety of models, with support for BYOK (Bring Your Own Key).
Managed models let you choose AI models based on your needs, such as:
* **Fast and cost-effective**
* **Balanced**
* **Best for high-intelligence tasks**
No need to manage API keys.
### [Local History](../features/v1/local-history)
Pick up right where you left off in any conversation.
With Local History, you get the best of both worlds: **privacy** and **powerful features**.
## Smarter Tabs & Click-to-Switch
Tabs you’re not actively using will now display a **summary of the conversation** as the title, making it easier to identify the right one. You can also **click on a tab to switch directly**.
# 1.5: Daisy
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.5
Released: August 26, 2025
## What's new in 1.5?
### [Managed Agents](../features/v1/multiple-agents#google-workspace-agent)
Integrate with AI agents in **one click** on your terms. Choose only the capabilities you need, and AI gets **just enough access to perform the task — nothing more.**
Stating with Google Agent to perform tasks in Calendar, Docs, Drive, Forms, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, and Tasks. [Learn More](../features/v1/multiple-agents#google-workspace-agent)
The agent is still under review by Google, so you might see a warning before using it.
### [Secure Files](../features/v1/secure-files)
Work with multiple files and use them to ask questions or perform complex tasks with AI — **without uploading them to any server**.
Files are encoded into a string and used only in the current tab. Once the tab is closed, the encoded strings are no longer available.
This is a major feature for maintaining privacy.
### [Respond Anywhere](../features/v1/respond-anywhere)
Introduced in version 1.4 as a beta, Respond Anywhere is now production-ready.
* Use the `@selected` keyword to grab any highlighted text and run it through AI.
* Use the `@here` keyword to insert generated text directly into any application.
# 1.6: Sunflower
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.6
Released: September 21, 2025
## What's new in 1.6?
### Completely Free
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) is now fully **BYOK** — bring your own key and use it completely free.
### [Managed GitHub Agent](../features/v1/multiple-agents#github-agent) and many more...
The most **private** GitHub integration yet. Choose only the capabilities you want, and AI gets **just enough permissions to do the job — nothing more.**
Use the GitHub Agent to manage repositories, issues, pull requests, workflows, and more — all directly from AI.
### View Agent Tools
You can now see exactly what tools each agent provides and what AI can do with them.
### [Prompt Cache](/features/v1/managed-models#prompt-cache)
Reuses common parts of a prompt to **speed up responses** and **lower costs** in long or repetitive conversations.
### [Output Tokens](/features/v1/managed-models#output-tokens)
Control the maximum response length. Keep it short for **concise answers**, or expand for **detailed outputs**.
# 2.0: Carnation
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/2.0
Released: November 14, 2025
### Completely Free
All features — agents, automations, context tools, secure files, BYOK — remain free.
[Privacy](privacy) is not a paid upgrade. It’s default.
***
### [Recurring Automations](/features/automations)
You can now schedule tasks to run automatically: daily summaries, weekly reviews, monthly cleanups, or one-off future actions.
[AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) handles the repetitive stuff — you stay focused on the important work.
***
### [Native Screenshot Context](/features/selective-context)
Selective Context has been redesigned to use **macOS’ built-in screenshot shortcuts**.
Any screenshot you take automatically appears in [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) — no dragging, clicking, or special tools.
***
### [Selected Text From Any App](/features/selective-context)
You can now select text in **any application** and it automatically appears as context when [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) opens — no copying and pasting required.
***
### [Advanced Agents](/features/multiple-agents)
Now includes a powerful set of one-click agents, including the industry’s most feature-complete **Google Workspace** agent, plus granular permissions for Google and GitHub.
You can also add your own MCP servers in seconds (local or global).
***
### [BYOK Models](/features/byok-models)
We removed managed/bundled models entirely.
You now bring your own API key and choose whichever model you prefer.
This gives you full control, lower costs, and complete data privacy.
***
### Improved [Secure Files](/features/secure-files) UX
Files never touch our servers.
They stay on your device and are only encoded temporarily for the model you choose.
Unlimited files, multi-file reasoning, and true local privacy.
***
### Improved [Local History](/features/local-history) UX
All conversations are stored locally on your system.
No syncing, no cloud storage, no data collection — and you can continue or delete any conversation at any time.
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
### Prompt Cache
Reuses common parts of a prompt to speed up responses and reduce cost during long or multi-turn conversations.\
Best used when you're working in the same thread for a while.\
[Learn more](https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/build-with-claude/prompt-caching)
### Output Tokens
Set the maximum possible response length — helpful for keeping outputs concise or allowing long explanations.
***
***
Have questions? Email us at **[help@aithing.dev](mailto:help@aithing.dev)**.
# Glimpse
Source: https://aithing.dev/index
Welcome to the saying "Just used that AI Thing..."
# 1.3: Tulip
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.3
Released: August 10, 2025
## What's new in 1.3?
### Privacy Upgrade – Selective Context Capture
The previous version supported on-demand context capture.\
**Version 1.3 takes it further** with *granular* screen capture:
* Drag to select a specific portion of the screen to use as context
* Or click on any open application to capture just that application's content for context
### Crisp Boundaries & Drag Button
Previous versions had uneven margins around [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev), which sometimes blocked clicks on applications behind it. That’s now fixed.
*If you never noticed this before—you won’t now, which is good.*
We’ve also added a **drag button** that appears when you hover over the top of [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev).
### Copy Button for Entire Output
While you still can’t select the entire output as text (only paragraph-by-paragraph), you can now **copy the full output** in one click. The new **copy button** replaces the old help `(?)` icon in conversations.
### "Show on Screenshot" Option
A new **Preferences** tab in Settings lets you toggle whether [AI Thing](https://aithing.dev) appears in screenshots—perfect for sharing how beautiful this tool is.
# 1.4: Orchid
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.4
Released: August 19, 2025
## What's new in 1.4?
### Respond Anywhere \[Beta]
Respond Anywhere moves us closer to a world where AI is not bound to applications, but available **everywhere you work**.
This feature introduces two powerful keywords that let you interact with AI directly in your workflow.
With `@selected` and `@here`, you can seamlessly integrate AI into your existing workflows, whether you’re editing text, coding, drafting emails, or writing documents.
### [Managed Models](/features/v1/managed-models)
Get one-click access to a variety of models, with support for BYOK (Bring Your Own Key).
Managed models let you choose AI models based on your needs, such as:
* **Fast and cost-effective**
* **Balanced**
* **Best for high-intelligence tasks**
No need to manage API keys.
### [Local History](../features/v1/local-history)
Pick up right where you left off in any conversation.
With Local History, you get the best of both worlds: **privacy** and **powerful features**.
## Smarter Tabs & Click-to-Switch
Tabs you’re not actively using will now display a **summary of the conversation** as the title, making it easier to identify the right one. You can also **click on a tab to switch directly**.
# 1.5: Daisy
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.5
Released: August 26, 2025
## What's new in 1.5?
### [Managed Agents](../features/v1/multiple-agents#google-workspace-agent)
Integrate with AI agents in **one click** on your terms. Choose only the capabilities you need, and AI gets **just enough access to perform the task — nothing more.**
Stating with Google Agent to perform tasks in Calendar, Docs, Drive, Forms, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, and Tasks. [Learn More](../features/v1/multiple-agents#google-workspace-agent)
Work with multiple files and use them to ask questions or perform complex tasks with AI — **without uploading them to any server**.
Files are encoded into a string and used only in the current tab. Once the tab is closed, the encoded strings are no longer available.
This is a major feature for maintaining privacy.
### [Respond Anywhere](../features/v1/respond-anywhere)
Introduced in version 1.4 as a beta, Respond Anywhere is now production-ready.
* Use the `@selected` keyword to grab any highlighted text and run it through AI.
* Use the `@here` keyword to insert generated text directly into any application.
# 1.6: Sunflower
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/1.6
Released: September 21, 2025
## What's new in 1.6?
### [Prompt Cache](/features/v1/managed-models#prompt-cache)
Reuses common parts of a prompt to **speed up responses** and **lower costs** in long or repetitive conversations.
### [Output Tokens](/features/v1/managed-models#output-tokens)
Control the maximum response length. Keep it short for **concise answers**, or expand for **detailed outputs**.
# 2.0: Carnation
Source: https://aithing.dev/versions/2.0
Released: November 14, 2025