About BingGPT
BingGPT is an open-source desktop application that provides a standalone interface for Microsoft's new Bing AI-powered chat, eliminating the need for the Microsoft Edge browser or browser extensions. It is built with Electron and is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. The application allows users to sign in with their Microsoft account and start chatting with the Bing AI, which is based on a large language model. It includes features such as conversation export, customizable appearance, and keyboard shortcuts. Note that a VPN may be required if Bing's AI chat is not available in the user's region, and users must ensure that bing.com and its subdomains are included in proxy rules. The project is hosted on GitHub under the Apache-2.0 license.
Key Features
Pros & Cons
- Open-source and free to use
- No need to install Microsoft Edge or browser extensions
- Cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)
- Conversation export to multiple formats (Markdown, PNG, PDF)
- Customizable appearance and keyboard shortcuts
- Requires a Microsoft account and internet connection
- VPN may be required if Bing AI is not available in the user's region
- Dependent on Microsoft's Bing AI service, which may have usage limits or availability changes
- macOS users may need to run a terminal command to bypass quarantine restrictions
- Free tier of Bing AI may have limitations; exact policies should be verified