A powerful, feature-rich desktop app for accessing Perplexity AI's web service Built with ❤️ by the community, for the community
Warning
SimplexityAI is an UNOFFICIAL, community-built desktop application.
- ❌ NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Perplexity AI, Inc.
- ❌ NOT an official product of Perplexity AI, Inc.
- ✅ Independent open-source project built by developers for desktop convenience
- ✅ Provides desktop wrapper features for Perplexity's existing web service
This application simply loads Perplexity AI's public website (perplexity.ai) in a native desktop container with added convenience features. All AI search functionality is powered by Perplexity AI's web service.
Perplexity® is a registered trademark of Perplexity AI, Inc. This project has no affiliation with them.
Transform your AI search experience with native desktop features that the web browser can't provide:
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Launch in seconds, minimize to tray, instant access when you need it |
Auto-start on boot, global shortcuts, search from anywhere on your desktop |
Electron-based, fully sandboxed, your data stays with Perplexity AI |
- System Tray Integration — Minimize to tray, keep app running in background
- Auto-Start on Boot — Launch automatically when your computer starts
- Window State Memory — Remembers size, position, and your last session
- Persistent Sessions — Pick up exactly where you left off
- Cross-Platform — Windows, macOS, and Linux support
- Global Quick Search — Highlight text anywhere, press hotkey, instant answers
- Customizable Shortcuts — Remap every action to your preference
- Workflow Integration — Access AI search without leaving your current app
- Prefix Search — Pre-configure search templates for repeated queries
- Find in Page — Built-in Ctrl+F search with match highlighting (just like your browser!)
- Integrated Find Bar — Press Ctrl/Cmd+F to search within results
- Quick Navigation — Seamlessly switch between Perplexity AI and Perplexity Labs
- One-Click Refresh — Restart your session with a single click
- Zoom Controls — Adjust text size with Ctrl +/- for better readability
- In-App Updates — Get notified about new SimplexityAI features
- Version Tracking — Always know when updates are available
- Notification Center — Manage all alerts in one place
- No Data Collection — SimplexityAI collects zero user data
- Sandboxed Environment — Secure Electron architecture
- Local Settings — All preferences stored locally on your device
- Direct to Perplexity — All searches go directly to Perplexity AI's servers
- Custom Branding — Unique SimplexityAI design (bright blue #5BEBFF theme)
- Dark Mode Native — Respects Perplexity's dark theme
- Minimal Sidebar — Clean, distraction-free interface
- Smooth Animations — Polished user experience
.exe installer
Windows 10/11 (64-bit) |
.dmg package
macOS 10.13+ (Intel & Apple Silicon) |
.AppImage / .deb
Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Arch |
Why recommended: Downloads via Pling support the project indirectly, so choosing this option helps keep SimplexityAI maintained and updated.
- Go to the Simplexity AI page on Pling.
- Download the installer for your platform (Windows
.exe, macOS.dmg, or Linux.AppImage/.deb). - Install and launch SimplexityAI.
- Start searching! 🎉
If you'd like to support the project indirectly, please consider downloading Simplexity AI via Pling:
- Go to the GitHub Releases page.
- Download the installer for your platform (Windows
.exe, macOS.dmg, or Linux.AppImage/.deb). - Install and launch SimplexityAI.
- Start searching! 🎉
Prerequisites:
Clone and Build:
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/inulute/simplexity-ai-app
cd simplexity-ai-app
# Install dependencies
npm install
# Run in development mode
npm start
# Build for your platform (auto-detects OS)
npm run package-auto
# Or build for specific platform
npm run package-win # Windows
npm run package-mac # macOS
npm run package-linux # LinuxManual Build Commands:
npm run package-win # Creates .exe installer (Windows)
npm run package-mac # Creates .dmg package (macOS)
npm run package-linux # Creates .AppImage and .deb (Linux)All shortcuts are fully customizable in Settings!
| Action | Windows/Linux | macOS | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick Search | Alt+Shift+X |
Cmd+Shift+X |
Search selected text from anywhere |
| Custom Prefix Search | Alt+Shift+D |
Cmd+Shift+D |
Search with custom prefixes |
| Open Perplexity AI | Ctrl+1 |
Cmd+1 |
Switch to Perplexity AI |
| Open Perplexity Labs | Ctrl+2 |
Cmd+2 |
Switch to Perplexity Labs |
| Send to Tray | Alt+Shift+W |
Cmd+T |
Minimize to system tray |
| Restore from Tray | Alt+Shift+Q |
Cmd+Shift+T |
Restore app window |
| Find in Page | Ctrl+F |
Cmd+F |
Search text on current page |
| Zoom In | Ctrl+= |
Cmd+= |
Increase text size |
| Zoom Out | Ctrl+- |
Cmd+- |
Decrease text size |
| Reset Zoom | Ctrl+0 |
Cmd+0 |
Reset to default size |
💡 Tip: Press
Ctrl+F(orCmd+Fon Mac) to open the integrated find bar and search within your results!
Highlight any text on your desktop → Press your Quick Search hotkey → Instant AI search results
How it works:
- Select text anywhere (browser, document, email, etc.)
- Press
Alt+Shift+X(Windows/Linux) orCmd+Shift+X(macOS) - SimplexityAI opens with your search ready!
Create custom search templates for repeated query patterns
Examples:
- "Explain:" → Automatically prefixes "Explain:" to your selection
- "Summarize:" → Quick summaries of highlighted text
- "Translate:" → Instant translation requests
Keep SimplexityAI running in the background for instant access
Features:
- Click X button → Minimizes to tray (configurable)
- Right-click tray icon → Quick actions menu
- Restore with global hotkey or tray icon click
Built-in search functionality just like your web browser
Features:
- Press
Ctrl+Fto open find bar at the top - Type to search and see matches highlighted in real-time
- Navigate with Enter (next) / Shift+Enter (previous)
- Match count display (e.g., "3 / 15")
- Press Escape to close
Launch SimplexityAI automatically when your computer boots
Benefits:
- Always ready when you need it
- No manual launching required
- Starts minimized in tray (optional)
Access settings by clicking the ⚙️ icon in the sidebar.
- Default AI Site — Choose which Perplexity service loads on startup (AI Search or Labs)
- Auto-Start — Enable/disable launch on system boot
- Close to Tray — Choose whether X button minimizes to tray or quits app
- Keyboard Shortcuts — Customize all global shortcuts
- Notifications — Manage in-app notification preferences
- Electron — Cross-platform desktop framework
- Node.js — Backend runtime environment
- HTML/CSS/JavaScript — Modern web technologies
- electron-store — Persistent settings storage
- electron-window-state — Window state persistence
- Main Process — Native OS integration, window management
- Renderer Process — UI rendering, user interactions
- BrowserView — Embedded Perplexity AI web content
- IPC Communication — Secure inter-process messaging
Windows:
- Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
- 4GB RAM minimum
- 200MB disk space
macOS:
- macOS 10.13 High Sierra or newer
- Intel or Apple Silicon processor
- 4GB RAM minimum
- 200MB disk space
Linux:
- Ubuntu 18.04+, Debian 10+, Fedora 32+, or equivalent
- 4GB RAM minimum
- 200MB disk space
- X11 or Wayland display server
Contributions are welcome! Here's how you can help:
- 🐛 Report Bugs — Open an issue with detailed reproduction steps
- 💡 Suggest Features — Share your ideas for new features
- 🔧 Submit PRs — Fix bugs or implement new features
- 📖 Improve Docs — Help make the documentation better
- ⭐ Star the Repo — Show your support!
git clone https://github.com/inulute/simplexity-ai-app
cd simplexity-ai-app
npm install
npm startSimplexityAI is free and open-source, built and maintained by independent developers.
If this app saves you time and boosts your productivity, consider supporting its continued development:
Your support helps:
- 🚀 Fund new features and improvements
- 🐛 Maintain and fix bugs quickly
- 📚 Create better documentation
- 🌍 Keep the project alive and growing
Stay updated with the latest features, tips, and community discussions:
This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0
SimplexityAI - Unofficial Desktop Wrapper for Perplexity AI
Copyright (C) 2024-2026 Inulute
This program is free software: you can redistribute it and/or modify
it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by
the Free Software Foundation, either version 3 of the License, or
(at your option) any later version.
This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful,
but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of
MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
See LICENSE for full details.
- ✅ No telemetry or tracking — SimplexityAI collects zero user data
- ✅ No ads or analytics — Completely clean experience
- ✅ Local-only settings — All preferences stored on your device
- ✅ Direct to Perplexity — Searches go straight to Perplexity AI's servers
- ✅ Open source — Fully transparent, auditable code
Q: Is this affiliated with Perplexity AI, Inc.?
A: No. SimplexityAI is an independent, unofficial, community-built desktop wrapper. It is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Perplexity AI, Inc. in any way.
Q: How does SimplexityAI work?
A: SimplexityAI is a desktop application that loads Perplexity AI's public website (perplexity.ai) in an embedded browser view. All search functionality is powered by Perplexity AI's web service. We add desktop-specific features like system tray, global shortcuts, and persistent sessions.
Q: Do I need a Perplexity account?
A: SimplexityAI works with both free and premium Perplexity accounts. You can use it without an account for basic searches, or sign in for full Perplexity Pro features (if you have a subscription).
Q: Is my data safe?
A: Yes! SimplexityAI doesn't collect any user data. All your searches and interactions go directly to Perplexity AI's servers. Your settings are stored locally on your device.
Q: Why use SimplexityAI instead of the browser?
A: SimplexityAI offers desktop-specific features that browsers can't provide: system tray integration, global keyboard shortcuts (search from anywhere!), auto-start on boot, persistent sessions, and a dedicated distraction-free interface.
Q: Can I customize the keyboard shortcuts?
A: Yes! All keyboard shortcuts are fully customizable in the Settings panel. Click the ⚙️ icon in the sidebar to access settings.
Q: Does this work offline?
A: No. SimplexityAI requires an internet connection since it accesses Perplexity AI's web service. The app itself can run offline, but you won't be able to perform searches.
Q: How do I update SimplexityAI?
A: The app checks for updates automatically. When a new version is available, you'll see a notification. Click to download and install the latest version.
- Perplexity AI — For creating an amazing AI search service (this is just a desktop wrapper!)
- Electron — For the cross-platform desktop framework
- Open Source Community — For all the amazing libraries and tools
- Contributors — Everyone who has helped improve this project
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