Running a fully offline, private AI assistant on your local machine is now possible using LLaMA 3 and OpenWebUI. This setup ensures no data leaks, no cloud dependencies, and no subscriptions—just a powerful, self-contained AI.
You Should Know: Setting Up LLaMA 3 with OpenWebUI
Prerequisites
- MacBook Pro (or any modern Linux/Windows machine)
- Docker (for containerized deployment)
- Python 3.10+ (for scripting)
- At least 16GB RAM (for smooth operation)
Step 1: Install LLaMA 3 Locally
Download the LLaMA 3 model weights (choose between 8B or 70B parameter versions):
git clone https://github.com/meta-llama/llama3.git cd llama3 pip install -r requirements.txt
Step 2: Set Up OpenWebUI for a ChatGPT-Like Interface
OpenWebUI provides a clean, user-friendly frontend:
docker run -d -p 3000:3000 --name openwebui ghcr.io/open-webui/open-webui:main
Access the UI at `http://localhost:3000`.
Step 3: Connect LLaMA 3 to OpenWebUI
Modify the OpenWebUI config to point to your local LLaMA 3 instance:
echo "LLM_BACKEND=local_llama" >> ~/.openwebui/config.env
Step 4: Run the AI Model Offline
Start the LLaMA 3 backend:
python -m llama3.server --model ./models/llama3-8b
Step 5: Secure the Setup (Optional but Recommended)
Block internet access for the AI container:
docker network create --internal no-internet docker run --network no-internet -p 3000:3000 openwebui
What Undercode Say
Running AI locally is a game-changer for privacy-conscious users and developers. Here are some essential Linux/Windows commands to enhance your setup:
Linux Commands for AI Security
- Monitor GPU usage (for CUDA-enabled setups):
nvidia-smi
- Isolate processes using cgroups:
systemd-run --scope --user -p CPUQuota=50% python3 -m llama3.server
- Encrypt model weights:
gpg --symmetric --cipher-algo AES256 ./models/llama3-8b.bin
Windows Commands for Local AI
- Check system resources:
Get-WmiObject Win32_Processor | Select LoadPercentage
- Run OpenWebUI in a restricted network:
docker run --network none -p 3000:3000 openwebui
Prediction
Local AI models like LLaMA 3 will soon replace cloud-based AI for sensitive tasks, reducing reliance on Big Tech. Expect more lightweight, efficient models optimized for edge devices.
Expected Output
A fully offline, private ChatGPT-like AI running on your machine with zero data leaks and full control.
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Reported By: Activity 7324871960230821888 – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅
