Is the default copilot plus embedding model running locally?

[mFahadYounas]

I wanted to know if the default copilot plus embedding model i.e. copilot-plus-small model is running locally? If it is not running locally is the data from my notes sent to any server for the embedding? I understand that the indexing is stored locally but if the embedding model is running on the cloud than wouldn't my notes be sent to the server?
I also wanted to know if the embedding starts automatically when the extension is enabled. I am a free user with no license for copilot plus and I also have no APIs setup. Does the embedding model work without the license?

[logancyang]

No, it's a SOTA model running in the cloud that requires a Plus license key. For completely offine use, please use the free modes. You can check our website FAQ and privacy policy for more details.