Dues: sliding scale starting at $5/month. All members receive $15/month credit for chat and API. Additional credits available for purchase; credits never expire and carry over month to month.
Key features
Open source MIT license - run locally, self-host on server, or use cloud
Support for multiple agents via REST API, MCP, Agent Skills, and OpenAPI
Human review and approval workflow for agent changes
Structured data tables with fixed columns for agents and people to share
Docs and knowledge base with verified sources
Reusable agent skills and playbooks
Apps and views built on shared data structures
Role-based permissions and access controls
Offline support on desktop with no usage tracking
Web search built into chat
File uploads and document support
OpenAI-compatible developer API
Personal API keys
Encrypted enclave privacy option
100% renewable energy option
Member governance participation
Shared monthly credit allowance
Publicly developed models
What makes it different
Only AI agent workspace that keeps complete history and requires human approval before changes enter canonical data
Unified workspace where agents and people access the same data, avoiding scattered chat logs
Completely self-hosted and private on your own hardware with full control over data
Works with any agent that calls REST API - no lock-in to specific model or platform
Rejects never enter canonical data - all decisions remain attached for auditability
Member-governed cooperative structure where users help decide the direction and choices
Equal membership with sliding-scale pricing based on ability to pay
Choice of AI models by values including privacy and renewable energy
No data lock-in; members own their data and can cancel anytime
Credits never expire and carry over month to month
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