Private Tutor

Your AI reading companion for complex texts. Get instant, context-aware explanations—right-click any text. Works offline, no signup.

Private Tutor - Your AI Reading Companion

Struggling with dense academic papers, classic literature, or technical documentation? Private Tutor is your personal AI assistant that explains complex, novel, and abstruse text in plain language—right where you're reading.

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GET STARTED IN SECONDS
- No account creation required
- No API keys needed to start
- Works immediately with built-in WebLLM (runs locally in your browser)
- Optional Gemini API integration for power users

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KEY FEATURES

Privacy-First Local AI
Run AI models directly in your browser. Your text never leaves your device. After the initial model download, works completely offline.

Right-Click to Understand
Select any confusing passage → Right-click → Get an explanation. No copy-paste workflows. No switching tabs.

Context-Aware Explanations
Unlike dictionary definitions, Private Tutor understands the surrounding context and explains text in a way that makes sense for what you're reading.

Built for Challenging Reads
- Academic papers and research articles
- Classic literature and philosophy
- Legal documents and contracts
- Technical documentation
- Foreign language texts with complex grammar

Choose Your AI Backend
- WebLLM (Default): 100% local, 100% private. Choose from 10 model sizes (360MB - 2.5GB)
- Gemini API: For users who want cloud-powered responses

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PERFECT FOR
- Students tackling challenging coursework
- Researchers reading across disciplines
- Book lovers exploring classic literature
- Professionals reviewing technical documents
- Non-native speakers learning through reading

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HOW IT WORKS
1. Highlight any text on a webpage
2. Right-click and select "Explain with Private Tutor"
3. Get a clear, contextual explanation in seconds

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YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS

Private Tutor's default mode uses WebLLM technology to run AI models entirely in your browser. Your reading habits and selected text stay on your device—always.

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Download now and transform how you read the web. No signup. No friction. Just understanding.