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Linda

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Local AI desktop assistant · Official-source review 2026-10-09

Linda is a Mac desktop coworker that uses local AI to carry out requested work in its browser and project folders. The vendor describes approval prompts for irreversible actions and support for local model runtimes such as MLX, Ollama and LM Studio.

Updated 2026-10-09View sources
Official website
Category
Local AI desktop assistant
Free access
The official site advertises a free Mac download with no subscription.
API access
Local model-runtime connections are documented; a separate public developer API was not verified.

Is Linda right for you?

A good fit for

Useful for Apple Silicon users who want to explore local models and desktop workflows on their own machine.

Before you choose

The reviewed download requires macOS 26 and Apple Silicon. Model performance depends on local hardware. Privacy and safety statements describe the vendor’s design and were not independently audited; optional external services may have their own costs.

Workflow and handoff

Install the supported Mac client, select a local model runtime, and give it a limited task in a project folder. Inspect changes and approval prompts before expanding its access or relying on unattended actions.

Pricing and practical limits

The reviewed download requires macOS 26 and Apple Silicon. Model performance depends on local hardware. Privacy and safety statements describe the vendor’s design and were not independently audited; optional external services may have their own costs.

Review method

Official product evidence reviewed on 2026-10-09; product artwork inspected visually. No hands-on vendor application test was performed. Application performance, security claims and plan enforcement were not independently tested.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.

CapabilityValueEvidenceChecked
Product workflowLinda is a Mac desktop coworker that uses local AI to carry out requested work in its browser and project folders. The vendor describes approval prompts for irreversible actions and support for local model runtimes such as MLX, Ollama and LM Studio.Facts sourced2026-10-09
Pricing and restrictionsThe reviewed download requires macOS 26 and Apple Silicon. Model performance depends on local hardware. Privacy and safety statements describe the vendor’s design and were not independently audited; optional external services may have their own costs.Facts sourced2026-10-09

Understand the total cost

Linda pricing & plans

Mac download

Free

Free; no Linda subscription

Included scope
Desktop assistant on supported Apple Silicon Macs
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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

Was the application hands-on tested?

No. This listing is based on dated official-source evidence and a visual artwork check. Unconfirmed costs and restrictions are identified explicitly.

What is Linda used for?

Linda is a Mac desktop coworker that uses local AI to carry out requested work in its browser and project folders. The vendor describes approval prompts for irreversible actions and support for local model runtimes such as MLX, Ollama and LM Studio.

Does Linda have a free plan?

The official site advertises a free Mac download with no subscription.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does Linda cost?

No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use Linda through an API?

Local model-runtime connections are documented; a separate public developer API was not verified.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

The reviewed download requires macOS 26 and Apple Silicon. Model performance depends on local hardware. Privacy and safety statements describe the vendor’s design and were not independently audited; optional external services may have their own costs.

Price history

No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.

How this profile is supported

Official product information

Current official product source read individually; product artwork inspected visually.

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Pricing review

Official product page reviewed for disclosed costs; unverified prices and allowances are identified in the listing.

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