Before You Install
What you need before installing Project Nectar - Docker, Ollama setup, and choosing your first AI model.
Project Nectar (Desktop)
Project Nectar is the personal edition of STING - your private AI assistant that runs entirely on your machine.
less than a minute
Enterprise Product
Project Nectar is the official enterprise edition of STING — including Nectar Enterprise Server and Nectar Desktop. It is a separate product from STING Community Edition.Project Nectar - Personal AI, Powered by STING
Project Nectar brings the power of STING to your desktop. Everything runs locally on your machine.
What is Project Nectar?
Project Nectar is the desktop edition of STING designed for:
- Individual users
- Privacy-focused users who want 100% local AI
- Anyone evaluating STING before deploying STING Server for their team
Project Nectar vs STING Server
| Feature | Project Nectar (Desktop) | STING Server |
|---|---|---|
| Target User | Individuals | Teams |
| Installation | Desktop app (manages Docker) | Docker Compose |
| Users | Single user | Multi-user |
| Setup Time | 15-30 minutes (first run) | 30+ minutes |
| Technical Skill | Docker required | Docker knowledge |
| Connect to Server | ✅ Optional | N/A |
Getting Started
New to Project Nectar? Start here:
- Before You Install - What you need (Docker, Ollama, models)
- Installation Guide - Step-by-step setup
- First Steps - Your first Honey Jar and chat
- Connecting to STING Server - Optional team features
Quick Links
Installing Project Nectar
Step-by-step guide to installing Project Nectar on your computer.
First Steps with Project Nectar
Your first 15 minutes with Project Nectar - creating Honey Jars, adding documents, and chatting with Bee.
Connecting to STING Server
How to connect your Project Nectar installation to a STING Server for team features.
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