Vell: AI Desktop Automation Assistant

Automate file management, document creation, and browser tasks locally with complete data privacy and control.

macOS 12.0+ (Apple Silicon) Recommended

Vell
Organize my Downloads folder by file type...

Analyzing Downloads folder

Scanning 142 files in ~/Downloads

Categorizing files

Creating folders: Documents, Images, Archives, Applications

Ready to execute

142 files will be organized into 4 categories

Core Principles

Local First

All operations run on your local machine, data never leaves your computer.

User Autonomous

Bring your own AI API keys, no subscription required.

Extensible Skills

Build and share custom automation skills

Action-Oriented

Not just chatting, but actually executing tasks and automating workflows.

Core Features

Local Execution

  • Files stay on your local machine
  • Complete control over accessible folders
  • No data sent to Vell servers

Flexible AI Integration

  • Bring your own API keys (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, etc.)
  • Support for 20+ AI providers
  • Local model support via Ollama
  • Zero cost for the application itself

Real Action Execution

  • File management automation
  • Document creation and editing
  • Browser workflow automation
  • Custom skills and reusable workflows

Function Modules

Task History

Task execution records and management: complete history, quick repetition, detailed logs, result saving, search and filtering.

Skill System

Extensible automation skill library: preset skills, custom skills, skill editor, skill marketplace, version management.

Browser Automation

Smart browser task automation: page navigation, form filling, data extraction, workflow automation, real-time feedback.

File Management

Intelligent file organization and management: batch renaming, automatic classification, content analysis, file monitoring, duplicate detection.

Document Processing

AI-driven document creation and editing: document writing, content summarization, text rewriting, format conversion, batch processing.

Supported AI Models & Providers

Major Providers

OpenAI Anthropic Google xAI OpenRouter LiteLLM

Chinese Providers

DeepSeek Alibaba Cloud Zhipu AI ByteDance Z.ai

Local Models

Ollama LLaMA 2 Mistral Gemma Phi-3

Download Vell

Current Version: v0.1.2

Download for macOS

Requires macOS 12.0+ with Apple Silicon (M1 or later)

Quick Installation

  1. Download the .dmg file
  2. Open the .dmg file and drag Vell to Applications
  3. Open Vell from Applications folder
  4. Configure your AI API keys in Settings
  5. Grant folder permissions as needed
  6. Start automating tasks!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my data sent to the cloud?

No, all operations run locally on your machine. Your files never leave your computer, and only task descriptions (not file contents) are sent to the AI service you choose.

Do I need an API key?

Yes, you need to provide your own API keys for AI services like Deepseek, OpenAI, Anthropic. Alternatively, you can use local models via Ollama for completely free, offline operation.

What platforms are supported?

Currently, Vell supports macOS 12.0+ on Apple Silicon (M1 or later). Windows and Linux support are planned for future releases.

Is Vell really free?

Yes, free to use. You only pay for the AI API usage (or use free local models). There are no subscription fees or hidden costs.

Can I create custom automation skills?

Yes, Vell includes a skill system that allows you to create, edit, and share custom automation skills. You can also download skills created by the community.

How does Vell ensure security?

Vell uses a whitelist permission model, requires user approval for each operation, stores API keys in the system keychain, and keeps all data local. All code is open source for transparency.