Tabby

Self-hosted Copilot alternative
Coding assistantSelf-hosted completion serverApache-2.0Self-hostedRustIntermediate
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What is Tabby?

Tabby is a self-hosted AI coding assistant that provides completions across editors without sending code to a third party, with a team server you run yourself.

Why people choose Tabby

Tabby at a glance

CategoryCoding assistant
TypeSelf-hosted completion server
LicenseApache-2.0
Runs locallySelf-hosted
Built withRust
Skill levelIntermediate
Best forteams wanting fully self-hosted completions

Open-source alternatives to Tabby

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Tabby head-to-head

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FAQ

Is Tabby free?

Tabby is free and open-source (Apache-2.0 license), so you can use, self-host and modify it at no cost.

Can I run Tabby locally?

Yes. Tabby is designed to run on your own machine or server, keeping your data private.

What is the best alternative to Tabby?

Popular open-source alternatives include Continue, Aider, Cline. See the comparisons above to choose.

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