What is Open WebUI?

Open WebUI is an extensible, self-hosted AI platform that provides a feature-rich, offline-capable web interface for interacting with Ollama, OpenAI-compatible APIs, and other LLM backends.

What do you need to run Open WebUI?

System requirements, OS support, and hardware needs for Open WebUI.

Operating system
Cross-platform (LinuxmacOSWindows via Docker/Python desktop apps also available)
Devices
DesktopServerWeb browser

Programming languages

  • Python (backend)
  • Svelte/TypeScript (frontend)

Who should use Open WebUI?

Target users, industries, and ideal use cases for Open WebUI.

Industries
Technology / Enterprise IT / General purpose AI deployment

Frequently asked questions

Who should use Open WebUI?

Open WebUI is a strong fit for teams in Technology / Enterprise IT / General purpose AI deployment.

What do you need to run Open WebUI?

To run Open WebUI, supported operating systems include Cross-platform (Linux, macOS and Windows via Docker/Python desktop apps also available); supported devices include Desktop, Server and Web browser.