Vane
Open-source AI answering engine that searches the web and replies with sources, self-hostable.
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About Vane
Vane is listed in our research category and is aimed at people who want a ready-to-use product. Open-source AI answering engine that searches the web and replies with sources, self-hostable. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Maturity: Mature. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-16.
What is Vane?
Vane is a privacy-focused AI answering engine that runs entirely on your own hardware.
It combines web knowledge with local LLMs (Ollama) or cloud providers like OpenAI, Claude and Groq, and answers with cited sources.
Sources: the official README and our directory listing, checked 2026-10-18. Official site: github.com/ItzCrazyKns/Vane.
Who is Vane for?
People who want a self-hosted, Perplexity-style search with sources.
Vane at a glance
- Open source: Yes (MIT License)
- GitHub: ItzCrazyKns/Vane · 37,580 stars (as of Oct 21, 2026)
Key features
- Self-hosted
- Local or cloud LLMs
- Cited answers
Vane FAQ
What is Vane?
Vane is a privacy-focused AI answering engine that runs entirely on your own hardware.
Who is Vane for?
People who want a self-hosted, Perplexity-style search with sources.
Is Vane free?
Vane's pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Open-source tools are free to use, though you may still pay for model API usage or a hosted plan. Check the official site for current plans.
Is Vane open source?
Yes. Vane is released under the MIT License, according to its GitHub repository.
What are alternatives to Vane?
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