FAQ

What is Spark AI?

Spark AI is a desktop application that enables you to run powerful AI models locally on your own hardware. Unlike cloud-based AI solutions, Spark AI prioritizes your privacy by processing all conversations and data directly on your device, eliminating the need to send sensitive information to third-party servers. The application integrates with Ollama to provide access to state-of-the-art AI models while maintaining complete data sovereignty.

How is Spark AI different from other AI assistants?

Unlike mainstream AI assistants such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini:

• Runs completely locally - Your data never leaves your device unless you explicitly choose to share it

• Offers multiple model support - Switch between different AI models based on your specific needs

• Provides greater customization - Adjust model parameters, interface layout, and behavior

Do I need an internet connection to use Spark AI?

After the initial setup and model downloads, Spark AI can function entirely offline. Internet connection is only required for:

• Downloading new models

• Updating the application

• Accessing certain integrations

• Transactions involving $SPARK tokens

For day-to-day conversation with AI, no internet connection is necessary.

What hardware do I need to run Spark AI?

Minimum requirements:

• CPU: 4-core processor (Intel i5/AMD Ryzen 5 or equivalent)

• RAM: 8GB (16GB recommended for larger models)

• Storage: 10GB free space for the application and basic models

• Operating System: Windows 10/11, macOS 11+, or Linux (Ubuntu 20.04+)

Recommended for optimal performance:

• CPU: 8-core processor (Intel i7/AMD Ryzen 7 or better)

• RAM: 16GB or more

• GPU: NVIDIA GPU with 6GB+ VRAM

• Storage: 50GB+ SSD for multiple models

• Operating System: Latest version of Windows, macOS, or Linux