Overview
A quick introduction to what Arkitec is and why teams use it.
What Arkitec is
Arkitec is a local-first AI workspace that helps you work with your files, models, tools, and generated outputs in one place.
Instead of treating AI like a single prompt box, Arkitec gives you a workspace where chat, artifacts, providers, MCP tools, skills, and paired devices all connect to the same environment.
Why people use it
- work inside a real local folder
- connect the model providers you trust
- chat against workspace context
- inspect generated files in the same app
- extend the app with MCP servers and skills
- pair desktop with mobile or web access
Image placeholder: Hero screenshot of the full Arkitec workspace.
Core idea
The basic Arkitec flow is simple:
- Open the folder you actually want help with.
- Connect the model provider you trust.
- Start a session with a concrete task.
- Review outputs in the chat and artifacts panels.
The rest of the docs explain each part of the app separately.