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iamsrikanthnani / pluely

pluely

The Open Source Alternative to Cluely - A lightning-fast, privacy-first AI assistant that works seamlessly during meetings, interviews, and conversations without anyone knowing. Built with Tauri for native performance, just 10MB. Completely undetectable in video calls, screen shares, and recordings.

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truly_sn·Oct 17, 2025Submission

Show HN: Pluely v0.1.6 -Open Source Invisible AI Assistant,Alternative to Cluely

Hey HN, Pluely v0.1.6 is out. I'm building this in public—no VC backing, no team, just me solving problems one commit at a time. What Pluely is: An invisible AI assistant that stays out of your way until you need it. Think Cluely, but open source, 10MB instead of 800MB, and built by someone who uses it every day. What's different about v0.1.6: Screenshot Selection - Click and drag to capture specific areas of your screen for AI analysis. The hard part wasn't building the selection tool-it was keeping Pluely completely invisible while enabling precise interaction. I integrated tauri-nspanel on macOS for non-activating panels and rebuilt Windows window management to stay non-focusable. Three rewrites to get this right. Audio Device Control – Pick exactly which microphone and system audio source Pluely captures from. The challenge was hot-sw

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apping audio devices without restarting the entire capture pipeline. Had to rebuild the audio layer from scratch to support dynamic device switching. Autostart - Pluely now launches silently when your system boots. Always ready, never in the way. Window Focus Issues Solved - The most reported issue from v0.1.5. Pluely no longer steals focus on macOS or Windows. You stay in your workflow, Pluely stays invisible until you call it. Custom audio capture with Voice Activity Detection Multi-LLM support: OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Grok, Perplexity, Mistral, Cohere, plus custom/local models Try it: https://pluely.com Source: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely Full changelog: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely/releases/tag/app-v... I ship updates based on what users actually need, not what looks good on a roadmap. This release exists because the community told me what was broken and what is needed. Built in public. No hype. Just shipping.

3 points · Open discussion

truly_sn·Oct 5, 2025Submission

Show HN: Pluely v0.1.5 Released, Open Source Invisible AI Assistant

Pluely is an open-source alternative to all stealth AI products/companies, and Pluely is your go-to AI companion that lives silently on your desktop as a translucent overlay—always on display, one click away. At just ~10 MB, it’s ultra-lightweight (27× smaller than Cluely), uses 50% less compute power, and launches in < 100 ms. Pluely stays on top of any window without intrusion, overlaps seamlessly with your workflow, and requires zero configuration—just your API keys and you’re ready to summon AI insights, summaries, translations, and more in an instant. Power up with Pluely — compatible with millions of LLMs worldwide. 100% free when you bring your own API key. So far, Pluely is better than all stealth desktop applications, with many features, custom LLMs, stealth features, and more. It's completely open source, 850+ stars on GitHub. a

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ll with: solo contribution, $0 funding, and endless nights. This release enhances user interface fluidity, audio processing, AI-powered system prompts, markdown rendering, customizable keyboard shortcuts, and multi-monitor support. It fixes key bugs, adds Pro-exclusive features, and optimizes performance for a smoother experience. User Interface & Experience - Drag and drop application window - Fixed window bounce on drag with popover - Adjustable window transparency (0-100%) - Custom invisible cursor with smooth animations - Improved textarea with custom scrollbar - Enhanced chat UI with persistent state Keyboard Shortcuts - Fully customizable global shortcuts - Hotkey configuration with conflict detection - Platform-specific default shortcuts (macOS, Windows, Linux) Multi-Monitor Support - Multi-monitor window positioning - Automatic window repositioning at screen boundaries Audio & Speech Recognition - Option to disable VAD with manual recording - Configurable audio recording duration (3-5 minutes) - Improved VAD configuration panel - Enhanced system audio capture with better error handling AI & System Prompts - AI-generated system prompts for Pro users - System prompt profiles with CRUD operations Markdown & Rendering - LaTeX/KaTeX math rendering in markdown - Enhanced code syntax highlighting with Shiki - Improved markdown styling - Support for inline and block math expressions Bug Fixes - Fixed floating tab movement - Resolved search response overlap - Fixed Perplexity API key integration - Corrected Pluely visibility on macOS screenshare - Fixed Ollama fetch error - Resolved system audio capture on Windows 11 - Added draggable floating UI - Improved multi-monitor support Fixed window bounce, search overlaps, API issues, and other bugs. Performance improved. Downloads: https://pluely.com/downloads Website: https://pluely.com Repo: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely

1 points · Open discussion

oldfuture·Sep 28, 2025Submission

Pluely – a privacy first AI assistant

3 points · Open discussion

truly_sn·Sep 8, 2025Submission

Show HN: Pluely v0.1.3 – Invisible Open Source AI Assistant with System Audio

Pluely is an open-source alternative to all stealth AI products/companies, and Pluely is your go-to AI companion that lives silently on your desktop as a translucent overlay—always on display, one click away. At just ~10 MB, it’s ultra-lightweight (27× smaller than Cluely), uses 50% less compute power, and launches in < 100 ms. Pluely stays on top of any window without intrusion, overlaps seamlessly with your workflow, and requires zero configuration—just your API keys and you’re ready to summon AI insights, summaries, translations, and more in an instant. Core Features: System Audio Capture: Transcribe any audio—Zoom calls, YouTube videos, podcasts, music, game commentary—in real time. Cross-platform support via BlackHole (macOS), Stereo Mix/VB-Cable (Windows), and PulseAudio monitors (Linux). True Invisibility: No dock or taskbar icon.

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Always-on-top overlay with passthrough clicks. Global shortcuts for quick toggle and voice input. Undetectable in screen shares, recordings, and live streams. Universal Provider System: Paste any cURL command; Pluely auto-parses it for full support of OpenAI-compatible or custom LLM/STT APIs, including Ollama, Gemini, Claude, Grok, Whisper, Deepgram, and more. Local-First & Lightweight: Built with Tauri for native speed—just ~10 MB, launches in < 100 ms, uses 80% fewer resources than Electron alternatives. Runs entirely with your API keys; zero telemetry. Why Pluely Exists: Existing “invisible” AI assistants are either heavy, closed-source, or require cloud backdoors. I built Pluely to be truly stealthy, privacy-first, and fully extensible—so you control your data and your AI. What’s New in v0.1.3: Complete system audio pipeline with automatic speech detection Enhanced stealth mode: vanishing icon, passthrough clicks, refined global shortcuts Advanced cURL parsing for ANY provider, plus improved error handling Premium API integration for unlimited usage and advanced STT (optional license) Community Traction: [600+ stars on GitHub] and climbing Get Started: Downloads: https://pluely.com/downloads Website: https://pluely.com latest v0.1.3 Release: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely/releases/tag/app-v... Repo: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely You can add your own LLM provider and STT provider and use it for FREE with no limits, no signup. If you have a feature request or bug, just report it here: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely/issues

2 points · Open discussion

truly_sn·Aug 25, 2025Submission

Show HN: Pluely v0.1.2 – Stealth AI Assistant with Auto and Manual Screenshots

Hey HN! I'm thrilled to introduce Pluely v0.1.2, my open-source alternative to Cluely, a Tauri-powered AI assistant that sits silently on your desktop. Pluely delivers real-time AI insights during meetings, coding sessions, or presentations: completely stealthy and lightweight (just ~10 MB). What's new in v0.1.2? Automatic Screenshot Mode: Pluely analyzes images with one click on the toolbar and gives you information based on your auto screenshot custom prompt. Manual Screenshot Mode: Hit the toolbar button to capture multiple images and type your own prompt to give you solutions, analyze, or explain code. Expanded STT & Custom Providers: Choose built-in STT options like Whisper, ElevenLabs, Deepgram, or plug in your own custom STT provider. More AI Providers: OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Grok, Mistral, Cohere, Perplexity are pre-configured. Y

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ou can also easily add local or custom LLMs via the add custom provider interface on settings. Why Pluely? Ultra-lightweight: ~10 MB vs. 270 MB for Electron apps like Cluely 100% stealth mode: translucent overlay, undetectable in screen shares and recordings One-click activation: Always-On, One Click Away: Sits quietly on your desktop for instant assistance with zero setup time Privacy-first: all processing stays local (except your chosen LLM calls) Cross-platform: native performance on macOS, Windows, and Linux Future Developments(Continuously working to enhance Pluely with these highly requested features): * System Audio Capture: Capture and transcribe audio from your computer applications, meetings, and system sounds * Global Shortcuts: Customizable keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl/Cmd + /) for quick show/hide functionality GitHub: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely If you’ve ever wanted a truly invisible AI sidekick that respects your privacy and enhances your workflow, please star the repo, share feedback. Let’s make Pluely the go-to stealth assistant!

2 points · Open discussion

truly_sn·Aug 20, 2025Submission

Show HN: Pluely v0.1.1 – OSS Cluely alternative with custom/local LLM support

Hey HN, Quick backstory: After spotting the buzz around Cluely (that $15M stealth AI startup), I wanted to build an open-source version that's lighter, more private, and fully customizable. No bloat, no data leaks—just efficient AI assistance right on your desktop. This is my first dive into Tauri, and it's been a game-changer. I tried Electron first, but it felt too heavy with all the browser cruft—high RAM usage, slow starts, not ideal for something that needs to be instant and unobtrusive. Tauri + Rust keeps it snappy, native, and tiny. Pluely is a ~10MB desktop app (27x smaller than Cluely's ~270MB) that gives real-time AI help during calls, interviews, or chats—undetectable overlay, no meeting transcription (though you could extend it). Fresh in v0.1.1: Custom LLM support! Add any provider, including local ones like Ollama or custom

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URLs/APIs for full offline mode. Plus, better window management (focus/resize), improved markdown rendering, auto-scrolling chats, and layout tweaks for smoother UX. Core features: Undetectable overlay(Tested in MacOs): Translucent window floats over apps like Zoom/Teams, hidden in shares/recordings/screenshots. Now with better click-through and positioning. Multi-LLM integration: OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Grok with dynamic model fetching. Plus the new custom option for locals. Inputs: Text (markdown), voice (Whisper STT + auto-detection VAD), images/screenshots for analysis. Privacy/performance: 100% local processing (API keys stored in localStorage, no telemetry), 50% less CPU/RAM, <100ms startup. Offline-first except for your LLM calls. History: Local, with conversations list. Cross-platform: .dmg (macOS), .msi (Windows), .deb (Linux). Great for discreet tips in interviews, quick code debugs in meetings, or strategy in negotiations. Free, tweakable, transparent—unlike Cluely's closed setup. Repo: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely Feedback welcome! Thoughts on custom LLMs, voice tweaks, or what else for a stealth AI companion?

1 points · Open discussion

truly_sn·Aug 19, 2025Submission

Show HN: Pluely – open-source alternative to Cluely (~10MB, Always On Display)

Hey HN, A bit of backstory: I was job hunting for months, applying everywhere and racking up a ton of rejections. It got frustrating, so I decided to flip the script and build something useful instead: an open-source take on Cluely, that popular stealth AI tool from the $15M company. I figured why not recreate something that's already out there and buzzing, but make it free, transparent, and way better for privacy. Plus, it felt like a fun challenge. This is actually my first project ever using Tauri, and I'm hooked. I started out trying Electron, but it just wasn't cutting it for something that needs to be fast and reliable - Electron apps end up bloated with all that browser overhead, sucking up RAM and starting slow, which kills the whole "instant access" vibe I was going for. Tauri, with its Rust core, keeps things lean and snappy wit

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hout any of that extra weight. Anyway, Pluely is a super lightweight desktop app, just ~10MB (that's 27 times smaller than Cluely), designed to give you real-time AI help during video calls, interviews, sales talks, or pretty much any chat, all without anyone spotting it and without real-time meeting transcription(can add it based on the response). Here's what makes it tick: An undetectable overlay: It's a see-through window that floats over any app like Zoom or Teams, and it stays hidden in screen shares, recordings, or screenshots. Support for multiple LLMs: Hooks up to OpenAI models like GPT-4, Anthropic's Claude, Google Gemini, or xAI Grok. It pulls the models dynamically, and everything runs off your own API keys stored right on your device - no servers or middlemen. Flexible inputs: Type stuff in, speak naturally (using Whisper for speech-to-text and voice detection so it just picks up when you talk), or toss in images and screenshots for the AI to break down. Privacy and speed first: All processing is local, it uses half the CPU and RAM of similar tools, built on Tauri plus React. No tracking, no data leaving your machine. Conversation history: Kept locally so you can pick up where you left off. Works everywhere: Grab it as a .dmg for macOS, .msi for Windows, or .deb for Linux. It's killer for stuff like nailing job interviews with discreet tips, debugging code on the spot in tech meetings, or getting strategy nudges during negotiations. Unlike the original Cluely, this one's totally free, you can tweak it however you want, and it's all out in the open. Download now on GitHub releases: https://github.com/iamsrikanthnani/pluely/releases I'd love your thoughts, especially on adding custom LLM providers or tweaking the voice detection. What else would you want in a stealth AI sidekick?

7 points · Open discussion