PORTABLEMIND

When theinternet dies,your AI shouldn't.

PortableMind turns a Windows or macOS laptop into an offline survival terminal. No cloud, no login, no “service disruptions” when things get weird. Just a USB and a local model that still responds.

Order PortableMind USB · $79.00How it works

Plug-and-run on Windows 10/11 & macOS · Ships next business day

New in Firmware 1.2: 6+ local models up to 8B, including unfiltered presets for power users.
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Runs fully offlineWindows 10/11 & macOS supportNo subscriptions, no API key
PortableMindWindows 10/11macOS
Survival Terminal
offline ready
linklocal-onlylatency3.2 ms
pm://survival-terminal

Demo output. Your USB ships preconfigured with local models and a dead-simple launcher for Windows and macOS.

PortableMind USB · Firmware 1.2In stock · ships next business day
PortableMind USB · Windows 10/11 & macOS

Choose your PortableMind USB

PortableMind ships as OS-specific kits so you can match the drive to the computer you trust most. Every stick is preloaded with the offline AI stack, diagnostics, and launchers that make PortableMind run right away when the grid is out.

$79.00one-time · no subscription

Secure checkout via Stripe for each OS-specific build. Taxes and shipping calculated at checkout.

No cloud dependency

Cloud AI disappears when the signal does. PortableMind runs on the machine in front of you, not a datacenter you can’t reach.

Survival-first tuning

Prompts and presets focused on planning, improvising, and making decisions when power, comms, and time are limited.

TWO EDITIONS, TWO PLATFORMS

PortableMind ships as separate USBs for Windows 10/11 and for macOS. Pick the edition that matches your laptop, keep it in your go-bag, and you’ll have the same offline AI stack wherever you end up.

Cloud vs offline

The same question. Two very different nights.

On the left: a cloud AI app stuck on “reconnecting”. On the right: PortableMind answering locally on your own hardware, even when the signal is gone.

Cloud AI appNeeds internet

Reconnecting…

Waiting for network. Your prompt and response history are temporarily unavailable.

Last prompt

Where's the nearest river and how far can I walk in two hours?

PortableMind · Offline answerRunning locally

Cloud AI: NEEDS SIGNAL · PortableMind: RUNS ON YOUR MACHINE (OFFLINE)

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Guides

Offline AI USB guides

Jump to setup guide

Keep these walkthroughs handy for outages, travel, and air-gapped work. Every guide is written for people who need a portable AI that keeps running when the cloud doesn't.

Guides hub

All offline AI guides, comparisons, and FAQs in one place.

USB setup (Windows & macOS)

Quickstart, troubleshooting, and FAQ for the offline AI USB.

Run local AI on Windows

Plug-and-run steps to keep a Windows 10/11 laptop ready offline.

Ollama USB setup

Launch local models from a plug-and-run drive with no cloud.

Portable offline AI assistant

Carry a private assistant that works during outages and travel.

Offline AI USB overview

See how PortableMind ships preloaded with models, runtime, and UI.

AI without internet

Keep using AI when Wi-Fi is down, filtered, or unavailable.

What buyers are saying

5.0 · 18 reviews

Real feedback from people actually running PortableMind offline in the field, at home, and in the library.

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“This is a no-brainer for blackout and grid-down planning. No accounts, no always-online requirement, just plug it in and it works. I’ll be grabbing the Survival Terminal when that drops.”
Alex P.
“Being able to flip into more uncensored models for deep research is huge. The launcher is simple enough that I’m comfortable handing this to non-technical friends too.”
Ben K.
SURVIVAL TERMINAL · LIMITED RUNS

Survival Terminal

The Survival Terminal is our hand-built, all-in-one offline AI rig: the same PortableMind brain, pre-installed in a dedicated box for people who want a permanent offline "war room" on their desk. New units are released in small runs. Join the waitlist to get notified when ordering reopens.

  • Hand-built limited runs
  • Offline by design · fully local, no cloud dependency
  • Stable spec · one configuration per run (no custom options)
  • Built, tested, and packed by hand

If you just want offline AI on any PC or laptop, the PortableMind USB is the best place to start. The Survival Terminal is for people who want a dedicated box.

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Common questions

Does it work offline?

Yes. The AI runs locally on your Windows 10/11 or macOS machine. No account, no cloud API key. You can stay offline; internet is only needed if you choose to download updates later.

What do I need to run it?

A reasonably modern Windows 10/11 PC or Mac with at least 8 GB RAM and a USB port (USB-C with an adapter is fine).

Do I need a subscription or API key?
No. You pay once for the PortableMind USB. The models run on your hardware with no recurring fees and no cloud API keys.
Can I update the models later?
You can optionally apply update packs yourself. The core tools keep working even if you never update again.