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What makes Alter different from other tools?
Alter is a native macOS AI assistant that understands your current work context and integrates directly with your apps.What are the system requirements?
Alter supports macOS Ventura 13 or newer and runs on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.What macOS apps are compatible with Appsense?
All macOS apps are compatible with Alter Appsense out of the box.How does Alter save me time?
Alter gives contextual help in your workflow: writing support, meeting recording and summaries, and drag-and-drop file context.What AI models can I use with Alter?
Alter supports leading providers and adds newly released models quickly.- Vision-capable models (for example Gemini, Claude, GPT-5, Pixtral)
- Text-focused models (for example Llama, Qwen, DeepSeek)
Can I use my own API keys?
Yes. See How to use your own API key.Can I use Alter offline or with local models?
Yes. Alter supports Ollama and LM Studio for local processing. See Privacy-Focused Local Model Workflow. Note: LM Studio support may vary by device class; Ollama is broadly supported on Mac.Can I use Alter with a router?
Yes. Alter works with OpenAI-compatible routers by entering endpoint + API key in settings. Alter is also a router itself via its API gateway.Can Alter see my data?
Prompts and data sent to models are encrypted in transit. Alter collects anonymous usage analytics, which can be disabled in settings.Where can I find help and support?
- Discord: https://discord.gg/gvCMmfBRWZ
- Email: [email protected]