# Khoj

> Updated 2026-08-31 · type: tool · category: productivity-knowledge · status: active · rev 1

A self-hostable AI 'second brain': chat with local or cloud LLMs over your own PDFs/Markdown/Notion/org-mode with semantic search and cited answers, build…

- Open source: yes (AGPL-3.0)
- Self-hostable: yes
- Pricing model: freemium
- Best for: Individuals and enterprises who want an open-source, self-hostable AI 'second brain' to chat with LLMs and retrieve answers from their personal documents and the web.
- Last verified: 2026-09-04

- **Canonical:** https://gtmstacker.com/registry/tool/khoj/
- **Source:** [github · khoj-ai/khoj](https://github.com/khoj-ai/khoj)
- **Tags:** productivity-knowledge, ai-assistant, semantic-search, self-hostable
- **Repository:** https://github.com/khoj-ai/khoj

## Is Khoj open source?

Yes — AGPL-3.0-licensed.

## How much does Khoj cost?

It has a free tier plus paid plans.

## Can I self-host Khoj?

Yes — it can be self-hosted.


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A self-hostable AI 'second brain': chat with local or cloud LLMs over your own PDFs/Markdown/Notion/org-mode with semantic search and cited answers, build custom agents, and use it from the browser, Obsidian, Emacs, desktop, phone, or WhatsApp. Replaces several paid AI-assistant subscriptions.

## Provenance

- AGPL-3.0 independently verified (37k★, 72+ contributors, active).
- Surfaced via the GTM Stacker X/Twitter signal reports (Aug–Sep 2026); license independently WebFetch-verified 2026-09-03.