# Claraverse - Complete Documentation

> Claraverse is a privacy-first AI workspace that runs AI inference in Trusted Execution Environments (TEE). Your data never leaves your control - process locally or in TEE-protected cloud infrastructure.

## Table of Contents

1. [Overview](#overview)
2. [Editions](#editions)
3. [Privacy & Security](#privacy--security)
4. [Features](#features)
5. [Technical Architecture](#technical-architecture)
6. [FAQ](#faq)

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## Overview

Claraverse is designed with privacy as a core principle. One AI app. Complete privacy. One app replaces ChatGPT, Midjourney, and N8N. Local or cloud - your data stays yours.

Unlike traditional AI services that process your data on their servers, Claraverse offers:

- **Local Processing**: Run AI completely on your device with the Community Edition
- **TEE-Protected Cloud**: When you need cloud power, your data stays encrypted even in memory
- **Zero Data Collection**: We don't store, train on, or sell your data
- **Your Data, Your Control**: Hardware-level security ensures everything stays encrypted on your device or in secure cloud enclaves

## Editions

### Self-Hosted (Local)

Run Clara 100% locally:
- 100% local processing on your device
- No internet connection required
- Open source (check GitHub for license)
- Full feature access
- Self-hosted, self-managed
- Perfect for developers and privacy enthusiasts

### Cloud Version (Free Experimental)

Currently free as an experimental offering with limited capacity:
- Multiple AI models (Claude, GPT, Gemini)
- TEE-protected cloud inference
- Cross-device sync
- BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) — use your own API keys
- MCP Autonomy & scheduled agents
- Community support

Both versions are 100% open source. Cloud providers charge us for usage, so support us to help keep free access unlimited!

## Privacy & Security

### Trusted Execution Environment (TEE)

TEE is a hardware-secured enclave where your data is processed in encrypted memory. Key benefits:

- Data encrypted in memory during processing
- No one, including Claraverse operators, can access unencrypted data
- Hardware-level security guarantees protect against tampering
- Attestation ensures code integrity

### Local Browser Storage

Sensitive configuration and credentials are stored locally in your browser:

- Never transmitted to servers
- You maintain complete control
- Can be cleared at any time

### Your Data, Your Control

Clara keeps your conversations private with hardware-level security. Everything stays encrypted on your device or in secure cloud enclaves. Choose privacy-first models or connect to Claude, OpenAI, and Gemini when you need them.

### What We Don't Do

- We do NOT use your data to train AI models
- We do NOT share data with third parties for AI training
- We do NOT store conversations on our servers
- We do NOT track your usage for advertising

## Features

### Natural Chat

Intelligent multi-agent conversations that coordinate to give you faster, more accurate results. Seamlessly switch between providers while maintaining context.

### Smart Agents

Build custom AI agents with natural text. Connect them to tools, APIs, and workflows. Deploy as standalone apps. Agents can:
- Execute multi-step tasks
- Access tools and integrations
- Work in the background
- Collaborate with other agents

### Clara Memory

When cloud sync is enabled, Clara learns your preferences and context to deliver more personalized responses across all your conversations.

### Private AI

TEE-protected cloud inference. Your data runs in secure enclaves. Zero server-side storage. Your data, your control - hardware-level security ensures everything stays encrypted on your device or in secure cloud enclaves.

## Technical Architecture

### Desktop Application

- Built with Electron
- Local AI model support (Ollama, LM Studio)
- Cross-platform (Windows, macOS, Linux)
- Offline-capable

### Mobile Applications

- Native iOS and Android apps
- Local-only data storage
- No backend servers
- Direct API connections to AI providers

### Cloud Infrastructure

- TEE-protected via Chutes AI, 0g, z.ai, and OpenRouter
- Distributed processing
- Geographic redundancy
- Real-time attestation

### Ecosystem

**Anywhere Access:**
- Desktop, browser, or mobile - same experience everywhere
- Your data syncs between your devices

**Universal Models:**
- Use any model - Llama, Mistral, Claude, GPT, or your own
- Local or cloud. Switch with one click

**Integration:**
- Connect your AI to GitHub, Slack, Notion, databases, and more
- One protocol, endless integrations

### Supported AI Models

**TEE-Protected Models:**
- Models via Chutes AI
- Models via 0g
- Models via z.ai
- Models via OpenRouter

**BYOK (Bring Your Own Key):**
- Anthropic Claude
- OpenAI GPT-4, GPT-3.5
- Google Gemini
- Other OpenAI-compatible APIs

Note: BYOK requests go directly to providers without TEE protection. For maximum privacy, use our TEE-protected models instead.

## FAQ

### Is Clara open source?

Yes! Clara is 100% open source and free — both cloud and local. The only difference is that our cloud version includes TEE-protected providers for hardware-level security.

### What is TEE (Trusted Execution Environment)?

TEE is a hardware-secured enclave where your data is processed in encrypted memory. Even the cloud provider cannot access your data while it's being processed. It's like having a private, locked room inside the data center that only you have the key to.

### Can I sync my chat history across multiple devices?

Clara doesn't store your data on our servers. Instead, we offer peer-to-peer (P2P) sync that connects your devices directly to each other — your data never touches our infrastructure.

### Is a mobile app available?

Yes! Clara is available on iOS and Android. Your conversations sync seamlessly across all your devices via P2P.

### What AI models can I use?

Clara gives you access to TEE-protected models (via Chutes AI and 0g) plus direct connections to Claude, OpenAI, and Gemini. You can also bring your own API keys (BYOK) to use your existing accounts. Each provider is clearly labeled so you know exactly where your data goes.

### What is BYOK (Bring Your Own Key)?

BYOK lets you connect your own API keys for Claude, OpenAI, Gemini, and other providers. Use your existing accounts and billing through Clara's unified interface. Note: BYOK requests go directly to those providers without TEE protection — for maximum privacy, use our TEE-protected models instead.

### How is Clara different from ChatGPT or Claude?

While those services process your data on their servers, Clara runs AI in Trusted Execution Environments where your data stays encrypted. Plus, with zero server-side storage, your conversations exist only on your devices.

### Can I use Clara offline?

Yes! Self-hosted Clara runs 100% locally with no internet required. Cloud users need connectivity for cloud inference, but your data is still protected by TEE.

## Additional FAQs

### What's the difference between self-hosted and cloud?

Self-hosted Clara runs 100% locally on your machine with no cloud features. The cloud version adds cloud AI providers (Claude, GPT-4, Gemini), cross-device sync, and mobile app access. Both are open source and keep your data private — cloud just adds convenience with TEE-protected inference.

### Is the cloud version free?

Yes! The cloud version is currently free as an experimental offering with limited capacity. Cloud providers charge us for usage, so support us to help keep free access unlimited!

### What does TEE-protected inference mean?

TEE (Trusted Execution Environment) means your data is processed in a secure enclave that even we can't access. Combined with zero server-side storage, your conversations remain private even when using cloud AI models.

### Can I use my own API keys (BYOK)?

Yes! BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) lets you connect your OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, or other API keys directly. You pay the providers directly at their rates, giving you full control over costs and usage.

### Is my data really private?

Yes. Self-hosted Clara is 100% local — nothing leaves your machine. Cloud uses TEE-protected inference with zero server-side storage. We never train models on your data, and you can export or delete everything with one click. Our code is open-source and auditable.

### Comparison with ChatGPT and Claude

| Feature | Claraverse | ChatGPT Plus | Claude Pro |
|---------|------------|--------------|------------|
| Chat with GPT-4 / Claude | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Your data trains their AI | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Works offline | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Run local models | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Build AI agents | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Automate workflows | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Generate images | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Use your own API keys | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Self-host option | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Price | Free | $20/mo | $20/mo |

Same models. Total privacy. Use the same AI models as ChatGPT and Claude — without your data being used for training.

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## Links & Contact

- Website: https://claraverse.space
- GitHub: https://github.com/claraverse-space/ClaraVerse
- GitHub Issues: https://github.com/claraverse-space/ClaraVerse/issues
- Discord: https://discord.com/invite/j633fsrAne
- Twitter/X: https://x.com/ClaraverseHQ
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClaraVerseAI
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@claraversehq
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clara-ai-suite

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## Community

- Over 50,000 downloads
- Active community on Discord
- Open source on GitHub
- Regular updates and improvements

*Last updated: January 2026*