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---
weight: 1
title: "Install LocalAI"
description: "How to install LocalAI"
icon: download
url: '/installation/'
---
LocalAI can be installed in multiple ways depending on your platform and preferences.
## Video Walkthrough
<div class="video-container">
<iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cMVNnlqwfw4" title="LocalAI installation walkthrough" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
## Installation Methods
Choose the installation method that best suits your needs:
1. **[Containers]({{% relref "getting-started/containers" %}})** ⭐ **Recommended** - Works on all platforms, supports Docker and Podman
2. **[macOS]({{% relref "getting-started/macos" %}})** - Download and install the DMG application
3. **[Linux]({{% relref "getting-started/linux" %}})** - Install on Linux using binaries
4. **[Kubernetes]({{% relref "getting-started/kubernetes" %}})** - Deploy LocalAI on Kubernetes clusters
5. **[Build from Source]({{% relref "getting-started/build" %}})** - Build LocalAI from source code