Computer, Open WebUI, or Open Terminal?

Recommended setup

Open WebUI Computer is being gradually deprecated. For new setups, use Open WebUI with Open Terminal. These Computer guides remain available for existing installations.

Open WebUI with Open Terminal is the recommended setup. Open WebUI provides models, chats, knowledge, users, and permissions. Open Terminal adds files, shell commands, code execution, running processes, and previews so agents can complete work from chat.

Get started with Open WebUI.
Install Open Terminal and connect it to Open WebUI.
For managed, per-user workspaces, see Terminals.
To use a coding agent through Open WebUI, see coding agents.

Existing Computer installations

Computer serves a machine's files, editor, terminal, git, and AI tools through a browser. Existing users can refer to the gateway integration, data and backups, and security model.

Open WebUI with Open Terminal is a separate setup. Back up your Computer data before changing an existing installation.

This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a warranty, guarantee, or contractual commitment. Open WebUI is provided "as is." See your license for applicable terms.

Existing Computer installations​

Existing Computer installations