PrivyApiStudio — Support

Privacy-first, AI-Powered API Studio. Built for developers who value data security.

This document covers how to get help, frequently asked questions, and troubleshooting for PrivyApiStudio.

About PrivyApiStudio

PrivyApiStudio is a local-first API development environment that allows you to build, test, and document APIs with the power of private AI. All your request history and workspace data are stored locally in a high-performance SQLite database on your machine.

Requirements

macOS 14.6 or later (for macOS version)
Ollama (Optional) - Installed and running on your Mac for local AI assistance
- Recommended model: qwen2.5:7b-instruct or llama3.1:8b

Quick Start

Download & Install — Open the application on your macOS.
Import Specification — Click "Import Spec" and provide an OpenAPI/Swagger URL or file.
Configure AI (Optional) — Install Ollama for local AI request generation.
Start Testing — Select an endpoint, configure parameters, and click "Send".

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is my data stored?

A: Everything is stored locally in an SQLite database. On macOS, you can find it in:

~/Library/Application Support/PrivyApiStudio/

Your API keys, environment variables, and history never leave your computer.

Q: How do I use the AI Assistant?

A: Once Ollama is running, you can chat with the assistant in the sidebar to generate request bodies, headers, or even entire test suites. Ensure you have the Ollama API URL (default: http://localhost:11434) configured in Settings.

Q: Does it support OpenAPI 3.1?

A: Yes, PrivyApiStudio supports importing OpenAPI 2.0 (Swagger) and 3.0/3.1 specifications in both JSON and YAML formats.

Q: Can I use it without an internet connection?

A: Absolutely. PrivyApiStudio is designed for offline use. You only need an internet connection to import specs from a URL or to send requests to remote APIs.

Contact Us

For support, bug reports, or feature requests:

Feedback & Issues: Submit Feedback or Report a Problem

PrivyApiStudio is currently a non-commercial product; we do not guarantee response times.