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Dyad

Free, open-source AI app builder that runs locally on your computer.

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Introduction

Dyad lets you build full-stack apps by chatting with an AI, with the source code staying on your own machine. You bring your own API keys for models like Gemini, GPT or Claude, or run local models through Ollama. An optional Pro subscription adds credits and extra modes.

Added on
Nov 2, 2026
Website
dyad.sh
Pricing model
Freemium
Company
Dyad

Product information

What is Dyad?

Dyad is a free, local and open-source AI app builder for creating applications without hand-writing code, positioned as an alternative to cloud builders with no lock-in.

How to use Dyad?

Download the app for macOS or Windows (no sign-up needed), then start a project by chatting with AI. Add Supabase for full-stack features or connect your own model API keys.

Core features of Dyad

  • Free, local, open-source builder
  • Build apps by chatting with AI
  • Supabase integration for auth and database
  • Any model via your own API keys
  • Local models through Ollama
  • Works with editors like VS Code and Cursor

Use cases of Dyad

  1. 1Building web interfaces quickly
  2. 2Creating MVPs
  3. 3Making interactive apps
  4. 4Letting non-developers turn ideas into apps

Frequently asked questions about Dyad

Is Dyad free?+

The core app is free, local and open source. A separate Dyad Pro subscription adds credits and extra modes.

Which operating systems does Dyad run on?+

It runs locally on Windows and macOS.

What are credits in Dyad Pro?+

A credit corresponds to the cost of sending a message to an LLM, so longer conversations and larger codebases use more.

Which category is Dyad in?+

Dyad is listed under AI App Builder.

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ai app builderopen sourceno-codelocal firstai coding

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