OpenDocBot
Bring your own LLM into Word, Excel and PowerPoint — client-side, provider-agnostic (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, Ollama), zero-proxy, fully auditable, no lock-in.
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What is OpenDocBot?
OpenDocBot is a 100% client-side, provider-agnostic AI agent for Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) that lets users connect their own AI models to draft content, build presentations, analyze data, and perform complex workflows. It targets individuals and teams who want an auditable, privacy-focused Office automation agent without vendor lock-in.
OpenDocBot pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free for individuals and teams of up to 30 users; commercial license required beyond 30 users (BYOK — users pay providers directly for model usage)
OpenDocBot pros
- Bring Your Own Key model supporting OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, DeepSeek, OpenRouter, and local models via Ollama
- Fully client-side with no telemetry and document data never touching OpenDocBot servers
- Optional human-in-the-loop approval gate to review AI proposals before edits
- Source-available code on GitHub, self-hostable, and can run fully offline with local models
OpenDocBot cons
- Currently in Early Access and requires sideloading into Microsoft 365 (no Marketplace distribution yet)
- Requires users to supply their own API keys or endpoints from a supported provider
- Commercial license required for teams larger than 30 users
Frequently asked questions about OpenDocBot
Is OpenDocBot free?
Yes, it is free for individuals and teams of up to 30 users; larger organizations need a commercial license.
Do I need an API key to use it?
Yes, it follows a Bring Your Own Key model — you need an API key or endpoint from a supported provider such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, DeepSeek, OpenRouter, or a local runner like Ollama.
Can it work offline?
Yes, with local providers like Ollama or any OpenAI-compatible local server, the entire document workflow can remain fully air-gapped.
How is my data handled?
OpenDocBot runs 100% client-side with no intermediate servers or telemetry; document content travels directly from your machine to the AI provider you configure.
How do I install OpenDocBot?
It is in Early Access and must be sideloaded into Microsoft 365, since Marketplace distribution is not yet available; a Quickstart Guide is provided in the docs.