Yack

Access ChatGPT right at your fingertips with this MacOS menu bar app.

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Description

Yack is a native MacOS application designed to streamline access to ChatGPT. It resides conveniently in the menu bar, allowing users to interact with their AI assistant quickly and efficiently. Developed with performance in mind, Yack is built using Rust, resulting in a remarkably small application size of under 10MB. This focus on efficiency ensures a smooth and responsive user experience on Apple Silicon and Intel-based Macs.

Prioritizing user privacy, Yack ensures that no user data is stored on external servers; all information is kept locally on the user's device. The application boasts a keyboard-first design for faster navigation and interaction, alongside support for Markdown formatting. Users can also personalize their experience with multiple themes. Yack, which is currently in beta and actively developed, requires an OpenAI API key for operation and is now open source, inviting community collaboration and transparency.

Key Features

MacOS Menu Bar Integration: Access ChatGPT conveniently from the MacOS menu bar.
Fast and Lightweight: Built with Rust, application size is less than 10MB.
Privacy-Focused: No user data stored on servers; all data remains on the user's device.
Keyboard-first Design: Optimized for use without a mouse for faster operation.
Markdown Support: Parses bullets, numbered lists, code blocks, and tables.
Multiple Themes: Offers Light, Dark, and colorful themes for personalization.
Open Source: The application code is publicly available.
Cross-Platform Mac Support: Available for both Apple Silicon (2020 and later models) and Intel Chip Macs.

Use Cases

Quickly querying ChatGPT without switching applications on MacOS.
Drafting text, coding, or getting information with AI assistance directly from the menu bar.
Using a privacy-respecting, lightweight ChatGPT client on MacOS.
Leveraging a keyboard-centric interface for faster AI interactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yack?

Yack is a MacOS app that provides convenient access to ChatGPT directly from your menu bar. It's designed to be lightweight, fast, and private, requiring an OpenAI key for usage.

How does Yack ensure user privacy?

Yack does not store any of your data on external servers. All data, including chat history and settings, is stored locally on your device and never leaves it.

What is the pricing model for Yack?

Yack will be a one-time purchase. The exact price is still being determined, but it will not be a subscription, and all future updates will be included for free.

On which Mac models can I use Yack?

Yack is available for MacOS on both Apple Silicon (2020 and later models) and Intel Chip (earlier models) Macs.

Is Yack open source?

Yes, Yack is now an open-source project.