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.
Plug-and-run on Windows 10/11 & macOS · Ships next business day
Demo output. Your USB ships preconfigured with local models and a dead-simple launcher for Windows and macOS.
The survival update that ships on every USB
Firmware 1.4 ships with SCOUT (Vision), Chat History, Import/Export, Disaster Mode, and an Offline Field Manual—all offline. Offline Field Manual is bundled too, and 1.4 hardening keeps stability, AES file security, faster answers, and finer-tuned profiles on tap.
SCOUT (Vision mode)
Point SCOUT at photos, maps, or equipment labels and it will describe, read text, and ID objects without sending anything off-device.
- Pick any field image to get a description, text readout, or quick object ID entirely offline.
- Keep SCOUT captures next to your threads so navigation notes and answers stay in one place.
- Runs with Wi-Fi off—no uploads, no cloud relay, just on-device vision.
Chat History (Threads)
Filter, rename, and delete threads without involving an account. Everything lives on the drive so you can travel clean.
- Filter threads to jump back into missions without losing context.
- Rename and delete on your terms; nothing leaves the machine.
- Local-only storage to keep history portable between trusted devices.
Import / Export
Move chats, prompts, and SCOUT notes between rigs with optional AES file security—no cloud hop required.
- Export threads and packs with AES file security for carrying or backup.
- Import clean slates or prior work without touching the internet.
- Designed for sneakernet swaps between machines you control.
Disaster Mode
Strip the UI down to essentials and keep answers flowing when power or thermals are tight.
- Single toggle to enter the emergency profile for constrained conditions.
- Quick actions for Clear History, Import, and Export so you can reset fast.
- Keeps responses snappy while you triage in low-power scenarios.
Offline Field Manual
Browse survival basics without sending chat until you click Ask AI. Copy or export what you need for your kit.
- Water, Fire, First Aid, Shelter, Signal, and Food categories preloaded for offline reading.
- Stay in browse mode until you choose to Ask AI for deeper help.
- Copy or export sections to stash in your go-bag or share over USB.
Built to stay stable offline
- Bulletproofed stability to avoid edge-case failures.
- AES file security for the import/export packs.
- Quicker answers and faster first response in chat.
- More fine-tuned profiles across the offline modes.
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.
Now shipping with Firmware 1.4: SCOUT (Vision mode), Chat History, Import/Export, Disaster Mode, and the Offline Field Manual.
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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.
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?
Cloud AI: NEEDS SIGNAL · PortableMind: RUNS ON YOUR MACHINE (OFFLINE)
Offline AI USB guides
Jump to setup guideKeep 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.
All offline AI guides, comparisons, and FAQs in one place.
Quickstart, troubleshooting, and FAQ for the offline AI USB.
Plug-and-run steps to keep a Windows 10/11 laptop ready offline.
Launch local models from a plug-and-run drive with no cloud.
Carry a private assistant that works during outages and travel.
See how PortableMind ships preloaded with models, runtime, and UI.
Keep using AI when Wi-Fi is down, filtered, or unavailable.
What buyers are saying
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Real feedback from people actually running PortableMind offline in the field, at home, and in the library.
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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.
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.