
What is Socrates?
Socrates is a next-generation, privacy-first AI tool designed exclusively for deep, intelligent document analysis—running entirely on your device or browser. Unlike cloud-dependent tools, Socrates processes sensitive materials like academic papers, legal contracts, technical manuals, and research monographs *locally*, with zero data leaving your machine. Built for clarity and control, it doesn't just summarize—it interprets, contextualizes, and answers precise questions using powerful open models (including Llama 3) and optional integrations with trusted cloud APIs. Whether you're a student dissecting dense textbooks, a lawyer reviewing clauses, or a scientist parsing journal articles, Socrates delivers trustworthy insights—without compromise on security or accessibility.
How to use Socrates?
Getting started takes seconds: upload a PDF or DOCX file directly into the app (Windows/macOS desktop app or web interface), then ask natural-language questions—“What’s the main argument in Chapter 4?”, “List all liability terms in Section 7.2”, or “Explain this methodology in simple terms.” All processing happens locally by default; no files are stored, transmitted, or indexed. Your documents stay private, your workflow stays uninterrupted—and your answers stay accurate and grounded in the source.