FAQ from Littlebird
What is Littlebird?
Littlebird is an always-on, context-native AI assistant that operates at the OS level—not as a chatbot waiting for input, but as an intelligent observer that interprets your active screen to anticipate needs, surface insights, and simplify complexity—all with uncompromising privacy and user sovereignty.
How to use Littlebird?
After a frictionless install and brief setup, Littlebird begins learning *only* from what you’re actively viewing and interacting with—no background scanning, no hidden permissions. You’ll notice its value not in flashy alerts, but in timely summaries, intuitive task suggestions, and journal entries that feel like they were written by someone who truly knows your rhythm.
What makes Littlebird “mind-reading”—and why is it different?
“Reading your mind” here means inferring intent from behavior—not psychic powers. When you open a research paper while drafting a proposal, Littlebird recognizes the pattern and preps relevant citations. When you revisit a client’s email thread before a call, it surfaces key points *before* you ask. It’s predictive intelligence rooted in observable context—not speculation.
How does Littlebird interpret my intent without invasive tracking?
Littlebird sees only what’s rendered in your foreground window—no access to system files, clipboard history, microphone, camera, or incognito tabs. It analyzes layout, text flow, interaction patterns, and temporal context—but never stores raw screenshots or keystrokes. Its model runs locally where possible, and all processing respects your explicit boundaries.
Can I fine-tune what Littlebird pays attention to—or ignore entirely?
Yes—granular per-app toggles let you enable or disable context awareness for any application. You can also pause collection instantly via menu bar or keyboard shortcut. Littlebird learns *with* you—not despite you—and adapts as your priorities shift.
Does Littlebird replace my tools—or elevate them silently?
Neither. Littlebird works *alongside* your existing stack—no integrations required. Because it observes your screen, it understands your tools organically: it knows you’re using Notion for notes, Figma for design, and Zoom for calls—not because it’s connected, but because it *sees* you using them. It becomes the connective tissue between apps, not another app to manage.
What happens if I’m handling confidential or sensitive work?
Littlebird includes a “Focus Mode” that disables all context collection with one click—ideal for legal reviews, HR discussions, or personal finance. You retain full visibility into what’s being observed, and every data point can be reviewed, edited, or deleted from your personal dashboard.
Where does my data live—and who truly owns it?
Your data stays encrypted and local by default. Cloud sync (opt-in) uses zero-knowledge encryption—meaning even we cannot access your content. You own every byte. Export, anonymize, or erase your entire history anytime—no gatekeeping, no retention clauses.
When will Littlebird be available beyond macOS?
macOS is our foundation—designed for deep, secure system integration. Windows and Linux versions are in active development, with public betas expected in Q1 2026. We’re prioritizing fidelity over speed, ensuring the same privacy-first, context-aware experience across platforms.