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Portable AI assistant that works offline anywhere you carry it

This guide shows how a portable AI assistant offline keeps working when the cloud doesn't. PortableMind ships on a USB with the models and runtime preloaded, so you can plug in, click one launcher, and get private answers on any supported laptop.

Why carry an offline AI assistant?

  • Stay productive in cabins, planes, storms, or anywhere Wi-Fi dies.
  • Keep sensitive prompts and files on your own hardware instead of uploading them.
  • Use the same tuned stack across Windows 10/11 and macOS without reinstallation.
  • No subscriptions or API keys—one purchase, same assistant every time you boot it.

How to launch the offline assistant

  1. 1Plug in the PortableMind USB that matches your OS.
  2. 2Open the PORTABLEMIND drive and run the launcher (Windows: Start-PortableMind.bat. macOS: Start-PortableMind.command).
  3. 3Approve SmartScreen or Open Anyway—the stack is local and safe to run offline.
  4. 4Wait 15–40 seconds for the localhost page to render, then bookmark it for quick access.
  5. 5Keep the USB in your go-bag so you can bring the assistant online during outages.

Need platform-specific screenshots? The USB setup guide covers Windows and macOS with troubleshooting.

Where a portable offline AI helps

  • Travel days: draft emails, summarize PDFs, and translate without hotel Wi-Fi.
  • Field teams: keep plans and notes local when networks are controlled or monitored.
  • Preppers: keep a ready AI terminal for storms and grid-down nights.

Why PortableMind vs DIY tools

  • Preloaded models and runtime—no installs, accounts, or API keys.
  • Tested launchers for Windows and macOS with a documented fallback path.
  • Predictable performance: the same stack every time you plug it in.

Carry an offline AI assistant everywhere

PortableMind is a portable AI assistant offline-first by design. Keep it in your bag, plug into any supported laptop, and you have a private model ready even when the network disappears.

Get the PortableMind USBView the setup steps

FAQ: portable offline AI assistant

Does the portable AI assistant need internet?
No. PortableMind runs completely offline from the USB on your Windows 10/11 or macOS laptop.
Can I use it on multiple computers?
Yes. Plug the USB into any supported machine and run the launcher for that OS; the stack travels with you.
What hardware do I need?
8 GB RAM or more and an open USB port. A GPU helps with speed but is not required to start.
What happens if power or Wi-Fi drops?
Nothing changes. The AI runs locally, so outages or captive portals don’t interrupt the session.
How do I launch it quickly?
Bookmark the localhost tab and pin the launcher so you can start the offline assistant in seconds.
Can I update or change models later?
Optional update packs are available. If you skip them, the preloaded models continue to run offline.