Franklin BE – Builder’s Edition

Hybrid by default. Local when you want it. Unlimited file access.

Hybrid AI: TinyLlama locally + GPT‑4o fallback
Switch to local-only anytime for total privacy
Natural-language prompts—no upload limits
List, read, and summarize files on your system
Fast-react React UI, zero cloud dependency unless you choose it

Builder’s Edition: Stable, File-First, Private.

Franklin BE – Proof of Concept

Franklin Builder’s Edition (BE) is a technology demo and proof of concept release. It’s designed to showcase the core ideas behind Franklin and give you a taste of what’s possible with local-first AI.

This version is intentionally lightweight and experimental — features may be limited, and some workflows are simplified. The full release of Franklin will include more tools, a richer Web UI, and expanded functionality that goes far beyond what you see here.

Think of Franklin BE as a sneak peek: it proves the foundation works, while the final release will deliver the complete experience.

Franklin BE vs Cloud AI

The Hybrid Advantage: Powerful and efficient—local + cloud means faster, stronger, more capable AI.
Efficient: Uses the right model for the task—no waste.

✨ Franklin BE – The Fancy Stuff

Hybrid AI

TinyLlama runs locally by default, with GPT‑4o fallback.
Switch to local-only anytime for total privacy.

Natural Prompts

Talk to Franklin in plain language. No upload limits, no forced cloud dependency.

Unlimited File Access

List, read, and summarize your files—directly from your system.

Fast React UI

Modern, responsive interface—zero cloud unless you choose it.

Hybrid by default. Local when you want it. Unlimited file access.

Essentials at a Glance

Unlimited File Handling

No upload limits, no caps, no hidden restrictions.

Hybrid by Default

Local TinyLlama engine with GPT-4o fallback for smarter results.

Local Toggle

Switch to 100% offline mode anytime, for maximum privacy.

File-Focused Tools

List, read, and summarize your documents naturally.

Franklin BE – Builder’s Edition. Private. Unlimited. Focused.
A reliable foundation for real AI file handling.

Franklin Backend Repo
@dfrankstudioz/franklin-be
This is the backend powering Franklin BE.
Check out the code, contribute, or run your own instance.

🚧 Coming Soon 🚧
Demo video, docs, and changelog will be added as the project grows.
Stay tuned for more!

Why Build It?

“Without constantly uploading files, AI can’t work with what’s on my machine. Tools today forget your work, offer no memory, and compromise your privacy. Franklin stays where your data and files are—local by default, and private unless you choose otherwise.”

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What Franklin BE Does

Prompt Processing

Chat naturally with your AI, no CLI needed.

Hybrid Model Routing

Let Franklin decide: local TinyLlama for privacy‑first, GPT‑4o when you need extra smarts.

File Tools

Quickly list, read, and summarize your documents.

UI that Just Works

A clean React interface—modern, responsive, and intuitive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Franklin BE truly private? Yes! By default, Franklin BE runs locally on your machine and never sends your files to the cloud. You can optionally enable cloud fallback for advanced tasks, but it's always your choice.
Can I use Franklin BE offline? Absolutely. All core features work fully offline with local models. Switch to 100% offline mode at any time for maximum privacy.
What is the license? Franklin BE is free for non-commercial use under the Prosperity Public License 3.0. For commercial licensing, please contact us!
Where can I find documentation? Documentation is coming soon. For now, check out the backend repo or documentation page for updates.

About Brent (Creator)

Franklin is a personal project from Brent—a self-taught builder who created this in his spare time, driven by a need for private, file-centric AI. It’s his solo-built, evolving foundation for real-world, privacy-first AI.
dfrankstudioz.com

Ready to Try?

Franklin BE is free for personal use.
Want to take it further—for business or client work? Just drop a line.
Get started today
Documentation

Report bugs or help improve it on GitHub: github.com/dfrankstudioz/franklin-be
Support the project via Buy Me a Coffee or Ko-fi: Buy Me a Coffee Ko-fi

Support Franklin BE

Support Franklin BE! If you find this project helpful, consider donating to keep development going:

Buy Me a Coffee Ko-fi

A Note from the Creator

Hey,

Thanks for supporting Franklin.

I just want to say this straight:
I really wanted to make Franklin completely free.
I love open source, and I know how many amazing projects give everything away.

But the truth is — I built Franklin to buy back my time.
To build smart tools, ship them by 10am… and go fishing.

And I can’t do that if I’m still working for free.

So yeah — your support means more than just a payment.
It means time, focus, and breathing room.
It helps me keep building software that respects your time — and your machine.

Seriously, thank you.

– Brent
Builder of Franklin

Get Started & Connect

Questions or commercial use?
Contact: [email protected]

License: Franklin BE is available under the Prosperity Public License 3.0 Free for non-commercial use. Contact us to license commercially.