Bodhi Browser Extension

About

# **Changes in v0.0.18**
- Internal restructuring and code clean-up

# **Changes in v0.0.17**
  - Accessibility & Security Improvements: Added ARIA labels for screen readers, secure external link handling (rel="noopener noreferrer"), and improved error messaging accessibility
  - Build System Modernization: Migrated from Next.js 15 + Webpack to React 19 + Vite 7 with @crxjs/vite-plugin for faster builds and modern tooling
  - Internal Refactoring: Type system reorganization, flattened component structure, unified path aliases (@/), and streamlined build configurations
  - Improved window.bodhiext interface

# **Changes in v0.0.15**

Removed tabs permissions as is not needed by extension.

# **Bodhi Browser Extension - AI Powered by Your Remote/Local Server**

**Connect websites to powerful AI running directly on your server/laptop with industry-standard security.**

## 💻 **AI on Your Server/Laptop**

The Bodhi Browser Extension is a companion extension that enables websites to access AI capabilities running locally on your laptop/server through the Bodhi App server. Experience fast, responsive AI features powered by your own hardware, with no dependency on internet connectivity or cloud services.

## ⚡ **What This Extension Does**

This extension serves as a secure communication bridge between websites and your local Bodhi App server. The extension:

- **Establishes Secure Connections** - Uses OAuth 2.1 industry-standard protocols for authentication
- **Proxies API Requests** - Forwards requests from websites to your local Bodhi App server
- **Handles Streaming Responses** - Enables real-time streaming data for responsive AI interactions
- **Manages Configuration** - Simple settings interface for Bodhi App server configuration
- **Validates Origins** - Ensures only authorized websites can access your AI services

## 🚀 **Getting Started**

1. **Install this extension**
2. **Download Bodhi App** from https://getbodhi.app/
3. **Configure your AI models** in Bodhi App
4. **Set the backend URL** in extension settings (typically http://localhost:1135)
5. **Visit websites** that support Bodhi Platform integration

The extension automatically detects when websites request AI services and securely routes these requests to your local Bodhi App server through authenticated channels.

## 💻 **Benefits of Local AI**

**⚡ Performance** - No network latency, responses limited only by your hardware performance

**🔐 Data Control** - Your data stays on your laptop and never leaves your control

**💰 Cost Effective** - No per-request charges or subscription fees after initial setup

**🌐 Offline Capable** - Continue using AI features without internet connectivity

**🎯 Customizable** - Use your preferred AI models and configurations through Bodhi App

## 🔒 **Enterprise-Grade Security**

- **OAuth 2.1 Authentication** - Industry-standard security protocols protect your AI services
- **Origin Validation** - Prevents unauthorized website access to your local Bodhi App server
- **No Data Collection** - The extension only routes requests and collects no user data
- **Minimal Permissions** - Requests only essential browser permissions needed for operation
- **Secure Message Passing** - All communication uses Chrome's secure runtime messaging

## 💡 **Use Cases**

The Bodhi Platform enables websites to offer AI-powered experiences running on your laptop, including interactive chat, content analysis, writing assistance, and intelligent document processing. We're developing additional applications that will showcase these capabilities.

## 🔧 **Developer Integration**

Websites can integrate with the Bodhi Platform using the @bodhiapp/bodhijs library to offer:

- AI-powered interactive features
- Real-time content processing
- Intelligent document analysis
- Custom AI-driven workflows

The extension provides OpenAI-compatible APIs through Bodhi App, making integration straightforward for developers familiar with standard AI APIs.

## 🏢 **Designed for Organizations**

- **Compliance Ready** - Keep sensitive data on-premises for regulatory requirements
- **Scalable Security** - OAuth 2.1 protocols support enterprise authentication systems
- **Network Isolated** - AI processing happens entirely within your network perimeter
- **Audit Friendly** - All API interactions are logged locally for compliance tracking

## 📞 **Support & Resources**

- **Documentation**: Complete setup and integration guides
- **Download**: Latest Bodhi App releases at https://getbodhi.app/
- **Source Code**: Open source Bodhi App at https://github.com/BodhiSearch/BodhiApp
- **Support**: Technical assistance and community resources
- **Updates**: Regular security updates and feature improvements

## 🔮 **The Future of Local AI**

As AI integration becomes standard across web applications, maintaining control over your data and computational resources becomes increasingly important. The Bodhi Browser Extension provides the foundation for this new paradigm where powerful AI runs on your hardware while maintaining the convenience of web-based applications.

**Experience AI powered by your laptop. Install the Bodhi Browser Extension today.**

---

*This extension is specifically designed as a companion to Bodhi App and requires the Bodhi App server running locally on your machine. The extension facilitates secure communication between websites and your local Bodhi App using industry-standard OAuth 2.1 protocols.*